Description
Chocolate Hazelnut Mousse is a luxurious dessert that combines the rich flavors of dark chocolate with the delightful crunch of toasted hazelnuts. This creamy, indulgent treat is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a special celebration or a cozy night in. With its smooth texture and intense chocolate flavor, this mousse is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. Best of all, it’s easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, allowing you to create a stunning dessert without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it chilled in elegant glasses, topped with whipped cream or fresh berries for an exquisite presentation that will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g high-quality dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa)
- 300ml heavy cream
- 100g toasted hazelnuts, roughly chopped
- 3 large egg whites
- 50g granulated sugar
Instructions
- Melt the chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or microwave until smooth; let cool slightly.
- Whip the heavy cream in a separate bowl until soft peaks form.
- In another bowl, beat egg whites until frothy; gradually add sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the melted chocolate into the whipped cream, then carefully add the beaten egg whites in batches.
- Fold in the chopped hazelnuts until evenly distributed.
- Spoon the mixture into serving glasses and refrigerate for at least two hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg