Light Chocolate Mousse Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Light Chocolate Mousse Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (1 ounce) squares semisweet chocolate, chopped; 1 1/2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin; 4 tablespoons cold water; 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese; 1 cup white sugar; 2 tablespoons rum; 2 egg yolks; 6 fluid ounces heavy cream, whipped; 2 egg whites; 1 (9 inch) prepared chocolate cookie crumb crust

Servings: persons

4 (1 ounce) squares semisweet chocolate, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
4 tablespoons cold water
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 cup white sugar
2 tablespoons rum
2 egg yolks
6 fluid ounces heavy cream, whipped
2 egg whites
1 (9 inch) prepared chocolate cookie crumb crust

1
In the top of a double boiler, heat chocolate, stirring occasionally, until chocolate is melted and smooth. Remove from heat and allow to cool to lukewarm. In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let set 5 minutes. Place the bowl over hot water in the pan and stir until gelatin dissolves; set aside.
2
In a large bowl, cream together the cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in rum, egg yolks and dissolved gelatin. Beat in the melted chocolate. Fold in whipped cream.
3
In a large glass or metal mixing bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold 1/3 of the whites into the batter, then quickly fold in remaining whites until no streaks remain. Pour mousse into pie crust. Refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving.

1622

kcal

Calories

111

Fat

132

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 (1 ounce) squares semisweet chocolate, chopped, 1 1/2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin, 4 tablespoons cold water, 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, and more.

Yes, Light Chocolate Mousse Cheesecake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Light Chocolate Mousse Cheesecake

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