Chocolate Mousse

 This is a very elegant and rich dessert and is just about the easiest thing to make.  My mother made this for every dinner party she held way back in the 70s and I loved getting to steal one off the table - maybe it was the rum in it that had me wanting more!  She even served it in these same little ramekins back then and when she gave them to me one year for Christmas it was the best present I got (I'm very sentimental!)...So the tradition continues.

This mousse contains alcohol and should not be given to children.  It also contains raw eggs so please read the warning below.  I assume no responsibility for this recipe or any illness that may result.

WARNING: Note that the following recipe contains raw egg whites.  It is recommended to avoid eating raw eggs and foods containing raw eggs.  While the chances are reportedly low, it is possible that eggs may contain salmonella.  People who are particularly vulnerable to infection (the very young, the elderly, pregnant women and people whose immune systems are deficient or who are already weakend by serious illness) should not eat raw eggs.  Please decide if you are willing to take the risk and know that I don't recommend or endorse eating raw eggs!

Chocolate Mousse

6 oz. semi-sweet chocolate (you can use chocolate chips)

5 Tbsp boiling water

4 egg yolks

4 egg whites, beaten

3 Tbsp rum

 

Put chocolate chips in a blender and blend for 6 seconds.  Scrape down sides and add boiling water.  Blend again.  Add yolks and rum. Blend. Fold chocolate mixture into stiffly beaten egg whites (in another bowl).  Put into ramekins and chill until set.  Serve with whipped cream.

Comments

[sherry]

Oh yum, Angie.. I'll have to give the chocolate mouse a try soon! It looks sooOOoo awesome :oP

I made strawberry shortcakes tonight for dessert using fresh strawberries, whipped cream & pound cake.

Do you have some Mexican recipes on this blog? I'll take a look through it this week. I think Friday night is time for some Mexican Food! Talk to U later ~~ :o)

[Chris]

Hi Angie,

I made your peach pie and the peaches were delicious but I made the mistake of making the crust first and preparing the fruit last. Well none of the juices drained off and well you know what happened. It had too much juice in it. So I'll follow your exact instructions next time!!! Thanks! I love your blog and think your recipes and videos are wonderful.

p.s LOVE THE MUSIC! Keep it up!