Get ready to satisfy your chocolate cravings with this decadent 5-ingredient Chocolate Mousse! Perfect for all the chocolate lovers out there, this mousse is not only rich and creamy but also egg-free, making it a sweet treat that everyone can enjoy.
What’s even better? This recipe is incredibly easy to whip up. Say goodbye to complicated steps like using a double boiler or tempering chocolate in the microwave—this mousse comes together effortlessly.
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For this recipe, all you need is good quality semi-sweet chocolate, heavy cream (see below for a dairy-free option), powdered sugar, instant espresso, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Technically this chocolate mousse can be made with only three ingredients.
The addition of instant espresso gives this an amazing depth of flavor and really brings out the chocolate. If you do not have any instant espresso powder, instant coffee granules work as well.
Divide the mousse into small ramekins. These are amazing in little mini shooters for a cocktail party too! You can garnish it with large chocolate curls or shavings or even top it with fresh raspberries.
How to make dairy-free chocolate mousse
A good dairy-free and vegan substitute for this chocolate mousse is full-fat coconut milk and coconut cream.
How to make coconut whipped cream
Start by chilling the can overnight (do not freeze). Scoop out the hardened coconut cream into a mixing bowl and try to leave as much of the clear liquid behind. That clear liquid works wonders in smoothies, and stir-fry so do not toss.
Using a hand mixer, whip until medium peaks form. In this step, you will want to add the powdered sugar.
Here are some of our favorite options for coconut cream
Natures Charm Coco Whipping Cream
You can really use any full-fat coconut milk. The coconut cream is the thick white cream that settles on the top. We found that not all coconut milk cans whip the same. Some have more of a gritty texture or get oily.
Great Ways to Enjoy Coconut Whipped Cream
It’s amazing topped on Chocolate Soufflé or even on Cherry Crisp.
If you love coconuts you will go crazy over this whipped cream, furthermore, don’t have to be dairy-free to enjoy a good coco whip!
Good Quality Chocolate
Scharffen Berger Chocolate is the star ingredient in this recipe. Semi-sweet works well, however, you can use dark chocolate for a bolder flavor.
Chocolate chunks are not necessary. Moreover, if you have a chocolate bar, feel free to chop it into smaller pieces.
Notes
How to fold whipping cream
Folding is a simple technique that helps the batter from deflating — this will keep it airy and fluffy. Use a large rubber or silicone spatula. Start from the center of the bowl, bring some batter from the bottom, and gently bring it to the top. Keep repeating while scraping down the sides.
What is the difference between heavy cream and heavy whipping cream?
Heavy cream and heavy whipping cream are essentially the same thing. If you read the nutrition label you will notice that there is no difference — they both have a fat content of 36%. If you come across “whipping cream,” without the heavy in front of it, it will be a lighter version, which is still a fat content of 30-35%.
Both heavy cream and whipping cream are delicious in pastas, sauces, and desserts ,etc. If you want to make a whipped cream topping, make sure to look for heavy cream or heavy whipping cream. Since they have a higher fat content. Plus they’ll will whip up better.
Common Questions about Egg-Free Chocolate Mousse
Absolutely! We love using whipped cream but you can create an amazingly rich and airy chocolate mousse using ingredients like aquafaba (chickpea liquid) or silken tofu.
Traditionally, eggs create structure and help incorporate air into the mousse, but whipped cream and several plant-based ingredients can achieve the same amazing texture!
Your egg-free chocolate mousse will stay perfect in the fridge for up to 3-4 days, though it’s so irresistible it rarely lasts that long!
Yes, you can create an amazing mousse using cocoa powder, but you’ll need to adjust the sweetener and fat content to achieve that luxurious mouthfeel that makes mousse so special.
Chocolate Mousse
Ingredients
- 6 ounces good quality semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 3 cups cold heavy cream divided
- 1/2 teaspoon instant espresso powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch salt
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- In a microwave safe bowl add chocolate chunks.6 ounces good quality semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Heat 3/4 cup heavy cream in the microwave for 1 minute or until hot. Pour over the chocolate. Set aside for 5 minutes.3 cups cold heavy cream
- Whisk the chocolate and heavy cream until smooth and creamy. *This may take a minute or 2 of whisking until it comes together into a nice thick chocolate. If the chocolate is still not completely melted, place in the microwave for 30 seconds. Give it another good stir until it is melted. Stir in espresso powder, vanilla extract, and pinch of salt. Set aside to cool. This will take approximately 30 minutes.1/2 teaspoon instant espresso powder, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, pinch salt
- In the bowl of a hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, add remaining heavy cream and powdered sugar, beat until stiff peaks form.1/4 cup powdered sugar
- Once the chocolate has cooled to room temperature, fold in the sweetened whipped cream. Gently fold in until it is combined and you don't see any more whipped cream streaks.
- Transfer the mousse into small ramekins. Yields approximately five, 4 oz ramekins. Refrigerate for 2-3 hours or until firm.
- Garnish with extra whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
- Serve immediately or let siit for 15 minutes at room temperature for a softer chocolate mousse texture.
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I made this for guests and it was a hit! very rich and smooth. Quick & easy treat to put together as an impressive dessert. Very good 👍
We’re so glad it was a hit! Thank you for trying out and taking the time to leave a review, Nikki!
Xo,
Alia & Radwa
Soooooo delicious, easy and fast to make❤️
Thank you, Chantal! 🥰
Xo,
Alia & Radwa
Love the chocolate mousse recipe but why doesn’t the serving amounts change in the recipe when I make a larger amount of the mousse… you give the same serving amounts for all three single, double and triple
Sorry about that, Joann! Unfortunately, it’s a glitch with the recipe card that we’re working on fixing!
Xo,
Alia & Radwa
Hi I tried making this with the coconut milk and creme of coconut but failed. Could you give a step by step on how to do it this way? Thank you
Oh no! We are so sorry to hear that it didn’t work for you, we can definitely post a step-by-step! When you used the coconut milk, which did you use?
Hi! Thank you so much. I used the Goya brand coconut milk from the can.
I tried doing it the coconut milk and coconut cream alternative way and failed. Can you please give a step by step for doing it this way?
Can I substitute liquid mint flavoring for the espresso powder? If so, how much would I do if I wanted it to have a minty flavor?
Absolutely! You can do 1-2 tsp mint extract.
What can I substitute for the espresso powder? I’m assuming it has caffeine in it and I can’t have caffeine 😔.
You can find decaf instant espresso powder, if not, just keep it out!