Chocolate Mousse

Name: Chocolate Mousse
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; ¾ teaspoon ground chipotle chile; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract; Shaved or grated Mexican chocolate, for serving; Shaved or grated Mexican chocolate, for serving; 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream, cold; 4½ oz (130 g) bittersweet chocolate, preferably 70 percent cacao, finely chopped; 4½ oz (130 g) bittersweet chocolate, preferably 70 percent cacao, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed; 2 tablespoons brewed espresso or very strong coffee; 2 tablespoons brewed espresso or very strong coffee; 3 large eggs, separated; 1 tablespoon superfine sugar

Preparation info

Makes
4–6
servings

Difficulty
Easy

Appears in

Muy Bueno Fiestas

By Yvette Marquez-Sharpnack

Published 2023

About

If you love Mexican chocolate, you will love this light, creamy mousse, which has hints of chipotle, cinnamon, and vanilla. This mousse tastes beyond fancy but is quite easy to make.

Ingredients

1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream, cold
4½ oz (130

Americas
Mexico
Garnish
Gluten-free
Vegetarian
Valentine’s Day

Method

In a bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the cream on medium-high speed until soft peaks form. Cover and refrigerate until needed.

In the top pan of a double boiler, combine the chocolate, butter, and espresso. Place over (not touching) hot, steamy (not simmering) water in the lower pan and heat, stirring frequently, until smooth. Remove the chocolate mixture from the heat and let cool