Chocolate Mousse

Ingredients

• 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 3 large eggs, separated
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• pinch of salt
• whipped cream and chocolate shavings, for topping

Steps

1. 1

   Melt chocolate and butter together in a double boiler or microwave. Stir until smooth and let cool slightly.

2. 2

   Whisk egg yolks into the cooled chocolate mixture, one at a time.

3. 3

   Whip heavy cream with vanilla to soft peaks. Set aside.

4. 4

   In a clean bowl, beat egg whites with salt until foamy. Gradually add sugar and beat to stiff peaks.

5. 5

   Fold one-third of the whipped cream into the chocolate to lighten it. Then gently fold in the remaining cream.

6. 6

   Gently fold in the egg whites in two additions until no white streaks remain.

7. 7

   Divide among serving glasses. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

8. 8

   Top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings before serving.