French Chocolate Mousse with Orange
A classic chocolate mousse infused with a subtle hint of orange essence. This indulgent yet dairy-free and low-carb mousse is crafted using just eggs and chocolate. For a traditional chocolate mousse experience, omit the orange zest.
Ingredients
- 1 orange, zested
- 7 ounces dark chocolate (65 to 70% cocao), chopped into small pieces
- 2 tablespoons strong brewed coffee, or more to taste
- 6 eggs, separated, room temperature
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Grind orange zest using a mortar and pestle until it forms a smooth paste.
- Combine chocolate, coffee, and orange zest in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until chocolate is melted, about 5 minutes. Stir until smooth and remove from heat. Allow to cool slightly.
- Beat egg whites and salt in a glass, metal, or ceramic bowl until stiff peaks form (see Editor's Note).
- Add egg yolks to the slightly cooled chocolate mixture and stir until well combined. Pour over egg whites. Carefully fold together using a spatula until just combined.
- Pour mixture into 10 small dessert glasses or 1 large serving dish. Refrigerate at least 6 hours to overnight.
Notes
- For food safety reasons, we recommend using pasteurized-in-the-shell eggs. The egg whites will take longer to whip, but will form stiff peaks; just keep beating them.
Nutrition
Calories: 145kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 99mgSodium: 54mgPotassium: 42mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg
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