Light Airy Chocolate Mousse
Ingredients
- 200 g dark chocolate
- 1 pinch salt
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 400 g heavy cream
Preparation
Chop dark chocolate and melt in a double boiler
Let the melted chocolate cool slightly
Separate the eggs
Beat egg yolks with salt and 1 tablespoon sugar until creamy (about 3-4 minutes)
Whip heavy cream until stiff and chill
Whip egg whites with 1 tablespoon sugar until very stiff
Add melted chocolate to egg yolks and stir well to avoid lumps
Fold egg whites into the chocolate mixture, being careful not to let too much air escape
Gently fold in the whipped cream
Pour into serving bowls and chill for at least 5 hours or overnight until set