How to Make Easy Chocolate Mousse without Eggs - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chocolate mousse is a classic dessert that never fails to impress. Its rich, velvety texture and indulgent flavor make it a favorite among both kids and adults alike. While traditional recipes for chocolate mousse often call for eggs, this easy chocolate mousse recipe is completely egg-free, making it a great option for those with egg allergies or for those who prefer to avoid using eggs in their cooking.

Not only is this chocolate mousse recipe egg-free, but it's also incredibly simp...

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Ingredients

  • ½ (12 ounce) bag semisweet chocolate chips, or more to taste
  • 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream, divided
  • ¼ cup hot, strong coffee
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 3 hrs 5 mins
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Place chocolate chips in a large bowl.
  • Heat 1/2 cup cream in a small saucepan over medium-high heat until it begins to rise and foam, watching carefully so it doesn't spill over, 3 to 5 minutes. Pour over chocolate chips and cover for 1 minute.
  • Remove cover and slowly stir with a spatula until smooth. Stir in hot coffee and vanilla extract until all chocolate has melted.
  • Whip remaining 1 cup cream in a chilled glass or metal bowl with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Gently fold cream into chocolate mixture until combined.
  • Spoon into glasses and refrigerate until firm, at least 3 hours.
  • Nutrition

    511 cal.

    • Total Fat: 46g
    • Saturated Fat: 28g
    • Cholesterol: 122mg
    • Sodium: 39mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 23g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 72mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 228mg