Chocolate Mousse

Wednesday, December 16, 2009

Hubby claims he’s not a big dessert guy. Or a big chocolate guy. I have a hard time believing that because no matter what I bake, he always wants a bite. But even after everything I’ve made, this chocolate mousse is one of his favorites of all time. We literally have to hide the bowl so there is enough to share with others.

Hubby’s mom makes this for every holiday that we’re home. I’ve never tried to make this, but she gave me the recipe and permission to post it on here (thanks N!)

This mousse is best the day it’s made. If you need to make it in advance, be sure to give it a good stir prior to serving.

Chocolate Mousse

Yield: ~20 servings

Ingredients:

6 eggs, at room temp, washed with soap and water, 5 separated, 1 slightly beaten
1 pint heavy cream
1/2 lb chocolate
1/3 c powdered sugar

Directions:

Using the whisk attachment on a stand mixer, beat the 5 egg whites until stiff. In a separate bowl, whip cream with powdered sugar.

In a small saucepan, melt the chocolate. Add the beaten egg and mix together. Beat in the egg yolks of the 5 separated eggs. Mix chocolate mixture together with whipped cream. Carefully fold in the egg whites. Refrigerate 2-3 hours.

Note, if using white chocolate, it needs to be melted with some liquor, milk, or cream.

Recipe from Hubby's mom

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5 comments »

14 Responses to “Samoas Bars”

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thecookingnurse — May 7, 2009 at 1:52 pm

Those look so good, now we don’t have to wait unitl the GS are selling there cookies again 🙂
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bakinandeggs — May 7, 2009 at 1:59 pm

Yum! They look delicious and your pictures are great.
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Erin — May 7, 2009 at 3:40 pm

I made these a while back and loved them too! It’s nice to be able to make your own any time you want!
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Memória — May 7, 2009 at 4:10 pm

Beautiful photos. You did an awesome job on these.
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bcallegra — May 7, 2009 at 5:22 pm

I’m so glad you made these! I noticed these on another blog and had them on my “to make” list. Your pictures may motivate me to make them this weekend!
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Ingrid — May 7, 2009 at 8:15 pm

They look terrific and I’ve never been one to eat girl scout cookies.
~ingrid
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Joelen — May 8, 2009 at 1:53 am

Now these look amazing!! Great job!
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finsmom — May 8, 2009 at 3:33 am

Ive been wanting to make these – they look crazy tasty!
Thanks for sharing! Yum!
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Mermaid Sweets — May 8, 2009 at 6:06 am

Great job – my hubby’s hoping I will give these a go.
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Stephanie Wagner — May 8, 2009 at 11:05 am

Samoas are my favorite too! I’m totally making some this weekend!!
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Colleen — May 8, 2009 at 5:46 pm

What a great way to enjoy Samoas when there are no cookies left!
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bakersbakery — May 11, 2009 at 2:39 pm

Yum!
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Hanaâ — May 12, 2009 at 5:05 pm

These look great!! Although I don’t eat coconut, I’ll have to make them for my hubby and coworkers sometime.

Not sure if you got my email last weekend but I was wondering if you know of any must-visit bakeries or eateries in Boston. We will be vacationing in Boston in a couple weeks. Thanks!!!

Hanaa
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Hanaâ — May 16, 2009 at 10:01 pm

Thanks for emailing me, Jen. I emailed you back to the address you gave me. Hopefully that worked :o)

Chocolate Mousse