Dark Chocolate Mousse with Guanaja 70% in a glass with a spoon

Dark chocolate mousse

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Level :

Easy

Prep Time :

20 min

Cook Time :

No bake

Servings :

6 to 8 glasses

Dark chocolate mousse recipe

An original recipe by L'Ecole Valrhona Gourmet

Utensils:

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Glasses

Made with the products below :

1. Dark chocolate mousse

Ingredients:

  • 2.645 oz / 75 g Heavy cream 36%
  • 1.058 oz / 30 g Egg yolks
  • 3.52 oz / 100 g Egg whites
  • 1.058 oz / 30 g Sugar
  • 5.29 oz / 150 g GUANAJA 70% dark chocolate

Prep time: 20 min

Rest time: 4h minimum

Steps:

  • Heat the cream, then combine with the melted GUANAJA 70% dark chocolate to form a ganache. 
  • Pour the hot cream over the melted chocolate in three batches. 
  • Add the egg yolks. 
  • At the same time, beat the egg whites with the sugar until they form soft peaks. 
  • Make sure the ganache is at 105-115°F (40-45°C) and fully emulsified.
  • Add a quarter of the beaten egg whites, mix and finish by delicately adding the remaining whites
  • Pour into dessert glasses, then allow to set in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
Dark chocolate mousse in a glass with a spoon with chocolate beans