Sunday, February 8, 2009

Easy Chocolate Mousse

by Michael Chiarello

Ingredients

13 oz bitter or semisweet chocolate
2 Tbsp unsalted butter
2 large egg yolks
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
2 Tbsp sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract

Directions

In a microwave safe bowl, combine the chopped chocolate and the butter. Heat in the microwave until melted, about 35 seconds depending on your microwave, and stir to melt completely. Whisk in the egg yolks and set aside to cool.

Pour the cream into a chilled bowl of a mixer and beat on medium speed until it starts to thicken. Add the sugar and vanilla and whisk until the cream starts to form stiff peaks. Carefully fold the whipped cream into the cooled chocolate mixture. Serve immediately or cover and chill until ready to serve.

Garnish with Whipped Cream, a dusting of cocoa powder, a sprinkle of chocolate shavings and a side of berries.

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