Fragrant Comforting Chocolate Mousse

1. 1

   Finely chop the chocolate.

2. 2

   Dissolve the coffee in 1 tablespoon of hot water.

3. 3

   Separate the eggs into egg yolks and whites.

4. 4

   Put the chocolate and butter in a bowl, and melt in a double boiler at 45 ~ 50C (110 ~ 120F).

5. 5

   Remove the mixture from the double boiler.

6. 6

   Add coffee and stir.

7. 7

   Add the egg yolks one by one, and mix.

8. 8

   Pour the egg whites in a different bowl.

9. 9

   Whip until it forms stiff peaks to make a meringue.

10. 10

    Add 1/3 of the meringue to Step 4 and mix it 5 ~ 6 times in a circular motion.

11. 11

    Add the remaining meringue, and fold it in with a diagonal cutting motion.

12. 12

    Don't mix too much.

13. 13

    Pour into molds, and chill well in the fridge.

14. 14

    (At least for 4 hours.)

15. 15

    Whip the heavy cream until it has thickened.

16. 16

    Pour it on top of the chilled mousse and serve!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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