Description
A traditional chocolate mousse with a hint of orange flavor. This luxurious dairy-free and low-carb mousse is made simply with eggs and chocolate. Omit the orange zest for a plain chocolate mousse.
Ingredients
- 1 orange, zested
- 7 ounces dark chocolate (65 to 70% cocao), chopped into small pieces
- 2 tablespoons strong brewed coffee, or more to taste
- 6 eggs, separated, room temperature
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Grind orange zest using a mortar and pestle until it forms a smooth paste.
- Combine chocolate
- coffee
- and orange zest in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir frequently
- scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching
- until chocolate is melted
- about 5 minutes. Stir until smooth and remove from heat. Allow to cool slightly
- Beat egg whites and salt in a glass
- metal
- or ceramic bowl until stiff peaks form (see Editor’s Note).
- Add egg yolks to the slightly cooled chocolate mixture and stir until well combined. Pour over egg whites. Carefully fold together using a spatula until just combined.
- Pour mixture into 10 small dessert glasses or 1 large serving dish. Refrigerate at least 6 hours to overnight.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 6 hrs 30 mins
Servings: 10