Description
A rich and decadent chocolate mousse torte that is perfect for special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 4 large eggs, separated
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a double boiler, melt the chocolate and butter together, stirring until smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in sugar, then add egg yolks one at a time, followed by vanilla and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form, then fold into the chocolate mixture.
- Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, and fold gently into the chocolate mixture.
- Pour the mixture into a prepared springform pan and bake for about 25 minutes.
- Cool completely before removing from the pan.
Notes
- Ensure that the chocolate is finely chopped for easy melting.
- Serve chilled and garnish with whipped cream or chocolate shavings if desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 150mg