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Chocolate Mousse (Date Night Dessert)

Recipe by Sorted Food

A silky, airy chocolate mousse made with equal parts 70% and 40% dark chocolate, whipped egg whites, and cream. No tempering required – perfect for a romantic date night and can be prepared up to four days ahead.

MediumFrenchServes 4

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Source Video
2h 17m
Prep
5m
Cook
17m
Cleanup
2h 39m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$9.65
Per serving:$2.41

Critical Success Points

  • Melting the chocolate without water seizing it.
  • Achieving soft peaks in the egg whites.
  • Gentle folding to retain air.

Safety Warnings

  • The chocolate mixture is hot – handle with care to avoid burns.
  • Raw egg whites carry a risk of salmonella; use pasteurized eggs or heat‑treat the whites if concerned.

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