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Mocha Chocolate Mousse

Light chocolate mousse with a touch of espresso for a sophisticated dessert that can be made in advance.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 6 oz dark chocolate chopped
  • 1 tbsp instant espresso powder
  • 2 cups heavy cream cold
  • 3 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Melt the chocolate with two tablespoons of the cream and the espresso powder, then let cool slightly.
  2. Whip the remaining cold cream with the sugar and vanilla to soft peaks.
  3. Gently fold a third of the whipped cream into the chocolate to lighten it.
  4. Fold in the rest until no streaks remain.
  5. Spoon into serving glasses and chill for at least an hour.