Espresso-Infused Chocolate Mousse with Whipped Cream

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A rich and velvety chocolate mousse enhanced with strong espresso and topped with light whipped cream for a balanced dessert. This French-inspired recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, layers dark chocolate, espresso, heavy cream into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Serves 4 French cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Chop 6 oz dark chocolate into small pieces and melt gently in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until smooth, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Stir in 1/4 cup freshly brewed espresso into the melted chocolate until fully combined and set aside to cool slightly.
  3. Step 3: In a chilled mixing bowl, whip 1 cup heavy cream with 2 tbsp granulated sugar and 1 tsp vanilla extract until soft peaks form, about 3 minutes.
  4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, beat 3 large egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form, about 4-5 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cooled chocolate-espresso mixture in three additions, then carefully fold in the egg whites until no streaks remain.
  6. Step 6: Spoon the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow it to set.

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