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Chocolate Mousse with Red Currants

A rich, airy chocolate mousse topped with tart red currants and a crunchy oat crumble. This elegant dessert is surprisingly simple to make and perfect for a special occasion.

Total time
30 min
Servings
4
Calories
520
Protein
8g
Chocolate Mousse with Red Currants
IndulgentElegantFrenchVegetarianEggDairyCreamyAiry

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Melt the 200g dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.

  2. Step 2

    Whip 200ml of the heavy cream to soft peaks. In a separate bowl, beat the 3 egg whites with the 50g sugar until stiff, glossy peaks form.

  3. Step 3

    Fold the melted chocolate into the whipped cream until just combined, then gently fold in the egg whites in two additions, keeping the mixture airy.

  4. Step 4

    Spoon the mousse into 4 serving glasses and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, until set.

  5. Step 5

    Meanwhile, make the oat crumble: melt the 30g butter with the 2 tbsp honey in a small pan, then stir in the 50g oats. Cook over medium heat, stirring, until golden and crisp, about 5 minutes. Let cool.

  6. Step 6

    Whip the remaining 100ml cream to soft peaks. Top each mousse with a dollop of cream, a spoonful of oat crumble, and a generous handful of red currants.

  7. Step 7

    Serve chilled, with extra currants on the side if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • Heatproof bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Spatula
  • Serving glasses

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