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Basic Chocolate Mousse

December 24, 2017 by Fiona Maclean 65 Comments

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Last Updated on February 3, 2020 by Fiona Maclean

Basic Chocolate Mousse – Ultimate Decadence and Unbelievable Simplicity:

Easy recipes – those with one or two ingredients – are ultra hip at the moment.  I’ve already written posts about one ingredient banana ice-cream, three ingredient pancakes and a whole range of simple soup recipes.  And, while I haven’t yet posted them, I’ve been trying a few simple microwave mug cakes too.  It’s worth remembering the classic simple recipes too though, especially this luxurious chocolate mousse which I’ve seen attributed to Elizabeth David, but which I think I first came across in my mother’s collection of Cordon Bleu cookery books.

This basic chocolate mousse recipe has a thousand and one variations, depending on how sweet-toothed you are and what kind of flavours you like to pair with chocolate.  The main rule is that you need one medium to large egg and an ounce of chocolate (or 30g) per person.  The only other thing to remember is that chocolate mousse made this way needs at least 30 minutes to set in the fridge.  I personally like to add a little bit of unsalted butter, some kind of alcohol or strong coffee but no sugar.   I think the butter just makes a slightly richer mousse.  I’ve also made this without the egg yolk – the result is lighter and fluffier that way.  If you don’t want to add alcohol, try a little mint or zest of orange

easy chocolate mousse

  Now you can melt the chocolate in a microwave, it’s even easier than it was when I first made this in my teens!

4.92 from 24 votes
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Basic Chocolate Mousse
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
 
A basic chocolate mousse recipe with eggs and chocolate, garnished with cream
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: British
Keyword: chocolate, chocolate mousse, easy
Servings: 2
Calories: 235 kcal
Author: Fiona Maclean
Ingredients
  • 2 Large Eggs
  • 60 g Dark Chocolate
  • 15 g Unsalted Butter
  • 15 ml Whisky I used Balblair
  • 10 g Caster Sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Mascarpone or thick cream
Instructions
  1. Separate the eggs
    Simple Chocolate Mousse Ingredients
  2. Whisk the egg whites to soft peak. Don't overwhisk or you will get runny watery eggwhites!
  3. Melt the chocolate over a bain-marie or in 10-second bursts in the microwave. If you are using butter and/or sugar, add these before you start the melting process. Once the chocolate is completely liquid, stir in the alcohol or any other flavouring you choose (coffee or orange zest for example). Then, quickly stir in the egg yolks and beat well till smooth.

  4. Take one tablespoon of the whipped egg white and mix well into the chocolate to loosen it a bit.

  5. Carefully fold the chocolate mixture into the rest of the egg whites using a metal spoon or round-ended knife. Don't worry too much if the mixture becomes considerably denser, the volume will probably reduce to around two-thirds or half of the original whisked egg whites.

  6. Pour the mixture into ramekins or dessert bowls for serving and put in the fridge to set for 30 minutes. The chocolate mousse will be fine for up to 24 hours, though you may want to cover the dishes with cling film 

    easy chocolate mousse in glasses
  7. Serve with a dollop of cream, creme fraiche or mascarpone to taste and with a sprig of mint or two on top if you like.

Delicious.

Do remember this recipe is effectively using raw eggs and so you should be working with the freshest possible eggs you can get hold of.  And, since there’s nothing more than egg and chocolate in the dish, the quality of the chocolate will make a real difference.  You can keep this dairy-free by skipping the butter and using a dairy-free ice-cream or cream at the end, so it’s a good dessert if you are catering for those who need that option.

And, if you want to make your own, why not pin this post:)

Chocolate Mousse Easy Recipe

Filed Under: Desserts, Recipes Tagged With: chocolate, dessert, pudding, simple dessert

About Fiona Maclean

London based freelance writer and marketing consultant. I edit London-Unattached.com and write for a number of other publications. With a music degree and a background in marketing across many sectors, my passions include all types of music, food, restaurants, wine and travel

Comments

  1. Anthea Holloway says

    December 7, 2020 at 2:27 pm

    What a lovely recipe. I shall definitely try this one and I am sure that the family will love it.

    Reply
  2. Margaret Clarkson says

    November 10, 2020 at 8:44 am

    This is such a lovely recipe. Chocolate mousse always goes down well.

    Reply
  3. Patricia Barrett says

    October 22, 2020 at 3:53 pm

    I love a chocolate mousse – and this one looks delicious. Definitely on my to try recipe list.

    Reply
  4. Jennifer Rhymer says

    October 20, 2020 at 8:10 pm

    Chocolate mousse is my favourite, this sounds so delicious!

    Reply
  5. Jessica Barber says

    May 16, 2020 at 5:54 pm

    This mousse looks so delicious. I’m a sucker for anything chocolatey! I think this would go great with a freshly brewed cup of black coffee!

    Reply
  6. Laura Findlay says

    February 6, 2019 at 10:56 pm

    This looks yummy. Thanks for sharing the recipe x

    Reply
  7. Helen S says

    February 6, 2019 at 9:10 pm

    This looks really simple to make; a friend keeps chickens and often gives me fresh eggs so when I get some lovely eggs from her (they’re not laying at the moment, she says once spring has sprung they will be laying again) I’m going to have a bash at this.

    Reply
  8. charlotte isobelle says

    February 6, 2019 at 9:54 am

    im a sucker for choc mousse! i have it everytime we go on holiday xD

    Reply
  9. LORRAINE CRAWFORD says

    February 6, 2019 at 7:59 am

    This mousse sounds delicious, I must try it!

    Reply
  10. Sharon Catterall says

    February 5, 2019 at 6:43 pm

    i love anything chocolate ,its fab how easy the recipe is and the idea of adding different ingredients is right up my street,i think im might try vodka first

    Reply
  11. Amanda tanner says

    February 4, 2019 at 11:09 pm

    Ive never made this but sounds really simple so might have to give this a try.

    Reply
  12. James Travis says

    February 3, 2019 at 9:12 pm

    This look delicious, got to give it a try

    Reply
  13. Sandra Jo Siddall says

    January 29, 2019 at 4:18 pm

    Ooh this looks so yummy! Think I will definitely try this recipe for Valentine’s Day.

    Reply
  14. Kelly Wheelhouse says

    January 28, 2019 at 5:34 pm

    Recipe saved, this looks delicious!!!! 🙂 Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
  15. DUNCAN BROWN says

    January 27, 2019 at 3:43 pm

    Going to give this one a go.

    Reply
  16. Andrea Fletcher says

    January 25, 2019 at 5:52 pm

    Love chocolate mousse and so easy to make.

    Reply
  17. Nikki Hayes says

    December 15, 2018 at 7:23 pm

    Sounds fantastic – I’m not the world’s greatest cook but even I could manage this one 😀

    Reply
  18. Margaret Clarkson says

    December 4, 2018 at 7:41 am

    Great recipe – evweyone should have this in their repertoire

    Reply
  19. Anthony Harrington says

    November 29, 2018 at 11:58 am

    not had chocolate mousse for years, I now have to have some!

    Reply
  20. Elinor Fisher says

    November 24, 2018 at 6:33 pm

    This is a nice easy recipe that I think even I could manage this Christmas to impress my guests!

    Reply
  21. Rich Tyler says

    November 18, 2018 at 12:54 am

    Choccy Choc! #Yummy

    Reply
  22. Helen Newton says

    October 3, 2018 at 12:37 pm

    OMG I’m in chocolate heaven reading this recipe

    Reply
  23. Anthea Holloway says

    October 2, 2018 at 2:53 pm

    I love chocolate mousse and this is really easy to make and delicious too.

    Reply
  24. Victoria Easton says

    October 2, 2018 at 11:17 am

    This looks so delicious, mine would never come out quite the same!!

    Reply
  25. Lynn Neal says

    September 25, 2018 at 9:13 am

    Looks great not too time consuming!

    Reply
  26. Laura Findlay says

    September 13, 2018 at 7:35 pm

    That looks and sounds delightful. Thanks for sharing the recipe x

    Reply
  27. Laura Corrall says

    September 13, 2018 at 7:24 pm

    I love chocolate mouse, and it seems everyone makes theirs slightly differently. The shop brought stuff I find is disgusting once you’ve made your own.

    Reply
  28. Stephanie Clifford says

    September 13, 2018 at 7:06 pm

    Omg this would be my chocolate heaven

    Reply
  29. lesley renshaw says

    September 11, 2018 at 8:49 am

    Didn’t think it would be that easy to make, must try this at some point x

    Reply
  30. amy simpson says

    September 10, 2018 at 5:24 pm

    Love chocolate mousse ,so this simple recipe will come in handy

    Reply
  31. Robert Price says

    August 26, 2018 at 9:25 am

    Chocolate Mousse this has to be one of my favourites

    Reply
  32. Iris Tilley says

    August 21, 2018 at 10:34 am

    Ooh a treat for the Adults This is one to make at a weekend Thank You

    Reply
  33. Alice Gilkes says

    August 18, 2018 at 3:14 am

    I love chocolate mousse.

    Reply
  34. Kathleen marsden says

    August 17, 2018 at 10:51 am

    Chocolate mousse is my all time fave dessert so finding this recipe is a godsend. It’s so easy. I can’t count how many times I’ve messed up before. This will change my next dinner party into a stress free occasion. Thankyou

    Reply
  35. Fiona Maclean says

    August 9, 2018 at 1:55 pm

    That sounds like a fine idea to me!

    Reply
  36. Ellen Best says

    November 2, 2017 at 4:42 pm

    Wow! Pinned this baby. Thank you.

    Reply
  37. Marie Jacobs says

    August 14, 2017 at 8:09 pm

    How delicious to make thanks for recipe

    Reply
  38. Harline parkin says

    December 18, 2016 at 5:53 am

    My grandsons will love this X

    Reply
    • Fiona Maclean says

      August 9, 2018 at 1:56 pm

      For little ones, I’d probably make it with milk chocolate

      Reply
  39. Sharon Jackson says

    December 12, 2016 at 11:55 pm

    This mousse sounds fab & maybe easy enough for me to try & make 🙂

    Reply
  40. Andrew Petrie says

    July 23, 2016 at 7:55 am

    Ticks all the boxes – enticing , inexpensive , and so so easy !

    Reply
  41. Barbara Handley says

    November 21, 2014 at 5:31 pm

    I have a chocolate mousse waiting for me in the fridge. I love them but have never thought of making one but I will now .

    Reply
  42. kim neville says

    November 21, 2014 at 9:40 am

    Looks delicious and one of my favourites is chocolate mousse. Will defo try this version as looks easy 🙂

    Reply
  43. Ali Thorpe says

    October 25, 2014 at 10:09 pm

    is there anything better than a good chocolate mousse?! This looks delicious.

    Reply
  44. Barbara Handley says

    October 1, 2014 at 4:04 pm

    I really want to have a go at making this. I am not very good in the kitchen so this would be ideal.

    Reply
  45. Mary @ Green Global Travel says

    September 1, 2014 at 5:20 am

    Homemade mousse sounds amazing! It looks delicious and very easy to make! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  46. Stevie says

    September 1, 2014 at 12:04 am

    Dig this!! It sounds so easy and so luscious!

    Reply
    • Fiona Maclean says

      August 9, 2018 at 1:56 pm

      I promise you it is!

      Reply
  47. Heather Haigh says

    August 30, 2014 at 3:23 pm

    I love home made chocolate mousse – the bought stuff is horrid.

    Reply
    • Fiona Maclean says

      August 9, 2018 at 1:55 pm

      It’s such an easy recipe too, I have no idea why anyone wouldn’t make their own

      Reply
  48. Fiver Feeds says

    August 30, 2014 at 2:15 pm

    I just love chocolate mousse. Thanks for sharing your version of making it!

    Reply
  49. Bintu @ Recipes From A Pantry says

    August 28, 2014 at 5:21 pm

    I am on a mission to collect easy recipes like this one for my supper parties.

    Reply
    • Fiona Maclean says

      August 9, 2018 at 1:55 pm

      Have you tried it yet Bintu?

      Reply
  50. Nayna Kanabar (@SIMPLYF00D) says

    August 25, 2014 at 10:03 pm

    Wow this mousse looks simple and easy to make and must have tasted heavenly.

    Reply
    • Fiona Maclean says

      August 25, 2014 at 10:07 pm

      it was my mother’s go-to dessert – it’s ultra simple and really is just chocolate and egg.

      Reply
  51. Karen says

    August 25, 2014 at 3:09 pm

    You cannot beat a simple unadulterated chocolate mousse recipe and this one is even better with that dram of Scotch!

    Reply
    • Fiona Maclean says

      August 25, 2014 at 3:10 pm

      I’d honestly forgotten how easy they were to make. And, for that matter how suitable for a small household – best way ever to use up an egg!

      Reply
  52. Janice says

    August 25, 2014 at 3:06 pm

    It is a thing of great beauty a chocolate mousse, simple ingredients that come together in a rich luscious dessert – can;t be beaten!

    Reply
    • Fiona Maclean says

      August 25, 2014 at 3:10 pm

      It is indeed. I’d have liked some raspberries to go with it too. Next time maybe

      Reply
  53. Kevin says

    August 25, 2014 at 6:09 am

    Sounds even better than thechocolatemoosemt.com. The whiskey shot is a nice touch. Where you the one spiking the punch at the high school parties?

    Reply
    • Fiona Maclean says

      August 25, 2014 at 3:10 pm

      It’s taken you a while to work that one out Kevin!

      Reply
  54. Sarah James says

    August 24, 2014 at 5:38 pm

    Always lovely. I quite like it made with chilli chocolate and add in some pistachios as well as a good slug of booze!

    Reply
    • Fiona Maclean says

      August 24, 2014 at 7:35 pm

      ohh I’ve never tried adding in nuts, but I can imagine it would be good that way!

      Reply
  55. Laura says

    August 24, 2014 at 2:50 pm

    Chocolate mousse is so yummy, I can’t believe how simple it is to make it! Will deffo be having a go at making it (:

    L x

    Reply
    • Fiona Maclean says

      August 24, 2014 at 7:34 pm

      it really is easy to make! let me know how you get one

      Reply

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