Decadent Irish Whiskey Chocolate Mousse
A rich and silky chocolate mousse infused with smooth Irish whiskey, perfect for an indulgent yet simple dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 ounces (170g) bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) Irish whiskey
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream, chilled
- 3 large egg whites, room temperature
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Melt the chocolate: Place chopped bittersweet chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water (double boiler). Stir gently until fully melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly while still fluid—about 5 minutes.
- Whip the cream: In a chilled mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 3–4 minutes. Set aside.
- Beat egg whites: In a separate clean bowl, whisk the egg whites with a pinch of salt until foamy. Gradually add sugar and continue whipping until stiff peaks form, about 5-7 minutes.
- Combine whiskey and vanilla: Stir the Irish whiskey and vanilla extract gently into the cooled melted chocolate.
- Fold chocolate into cream: Using a spatula, gently fold the chocolate mixture into the whipped cream with slow, sweeping motions.
- Fold in egg whites: Carefully fold the whipped egg whites into the chocolate-cream mixture in three additions until uniform in color.
- Chill the mousse: Spoon the mousse into serving dishes or ramekins. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to let flavors meld and texture set.
Notes
Keep mixing bowls chilled before whipping cream for better texture. Fold ingredients gently to maintain airiness. Chill mousse for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor and texture. Use pasteurized egg whites if concerned about raw eggs. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and use dairy-free chocolate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/2 cu
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 13
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 4
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