Chocolate Mousse
- Serves
- 6
- Prep
- 25 min plus chilling
- Cook
- 5 min
- Difficulty
- Medium
History & Origin
Chocolate mousse emerged from the French tradition of aerated creams and foams after chocolate became fashionable in Europe. A classic version relies on dark chocolate, eggs and carefully folded air rather than gelatine, giving a light texture with an intense cocoa flavour.