Description
This decadent Coffee Mousse combines rich dark chocolate with bold espresso and airy whipped cream for a smooth, creamy dessert. Perfectly balanced between coffee and chocolate flavors, this mousse offers an elegant finish to any meal and is simple to prepare with no baking required.
Ingredients
Scale
Cream Mixture
- 1 cup heavy cream
Liquid Mixture
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup espresso or strong coffee, cooled
- 1/4 cup confectioners sugar
- 4 ounces dark chocolate, melted and cooled
Instructions
- Whip Cream: Whip the heavy cream using an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. This will create a light and airy base for the mousse.
- Combine Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix together the milk, cooled espresso, confectioners sugar, and melted dark chocolate until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Fold Mixtures: Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate-coffee mixture with a spatula, taking care to maintain the airiness of the whipped cream and achieve a smooth mousse texture.
- Chill: Divide the mousse evenly into serving glasses or bowls. Refrigerate for at least two hours, or until the mousse is set and firm.
- Serve: Remove from the refrigerator and serve chilled. Enjoy this velvety, rich coffee mousse as a luxurious dessert.
Notes
- For a stronger coffee flavor, use espresso shots instead of brewed coffee.
- Ensure the melted chocolate has cooled to room temperature before mixing to avoid deflating the whipped cream.
- Use a gentle folding technique to keep the mousse light and airy.
- Can be garnished with chocolate shavings or a dusting of cocoa powder for extra flair.
- Refrigerate leftovers promptly and consume within 2 days for best freshness.
