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Gordon Chocolate Mousse Recipe

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Gordon Ramsay’s Chocolate Mousse is a rich, creamy dessert made with layers of whipped egg whites, cream, and melted dark chocolate, resulting in a perfectly airy yet decadent treat. This recipe combines simple ingredients like eggs, high-quality dark chocolate, and sugar to create a luxurious mousse that’s chilled to set and served with a garnish of whipped cream and chocolate shavings.

Ingredients

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Chocolate Mousse

  • 55g eggs (approximately 1 large egg)
  • 125g dark cooking chocolate (70% cocoa)
  • 10g unsalted butter
  • 120ml full-fat cream
  • 3 tablespoons caster sugar (superfine sugar)

For Serving

  • More whipped cream (as needed)
  • Chocolate shavings (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Separate Eggs: Carefully separate the egg whites and yolks into two clean bowls, making sure no yolk contaminates the whites.
  2. Whisk Egg Yolks: Using a whisk or electric mixer, whisk the yolks until they become smooth and slightly pale in color.
  3. Melt Chocolate and Butter: Place the dark chocolate and unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second bursts, stirring between each, until the mixture is fully melted and smooth. Allow it to cool slightly but not set.
  4. Whip Cream: In a separate bowl, whisk the full-fat cream until it forms stiff peaks — the cream should hold its shape well.
  5. Whip Egg Whites with Sugar: Add the caster sugar to the egg whites and whisk until you achieve firm, glossy peaks, indicating they hold shape firmly without collapsing.
  6. Combine Yolks and Cream: Fold the whipped egg yolks gently into the whipped cream until fully combined.
  7. Add Chocolate: Pour the melted chocolate and butter mixture into the cream and yolk mix, folding carefully to maintain the airy texture.
  8. Fold in Egg Whites: Gradually fold the whipped egg whites into the mixture in batches, gently combining to keep as much air as possible for a light mousse.
  9. Chill: Spoon the mousse into serving glasses or bowls. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or preferably overnight to allow it to set properly.
  10. Serve: Before serving, top the mousse with extra whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings for an elegant presentation.

Notes

  • Ensure the chocolate mixture has cooled adequately before folding in the egg whites to prevent deflating the mousse or cooking the eggs.
  • Use clean and dry bowls when whipping egg whites to achieve maximum volume.
  • This mousse is best made a day ahead to allow flavors to meld and texture to set perfectly.
  • For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of vanilla extract or a splash of coffee to the melted chocolate.
  • Dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa content provides the best balance of richness and bitterness.

Keywords: Gordon Ramsay, chocolate mousse, dark chocolate dessert, creamy mousse, no-bake dessert, elegant dessert, French dessert

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