Description
A rich and creamy chocolate mousse infused with the delightful flavor of Baileys Irish Cream, perfect for a decadent dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Baileys Irish Cream
- 8 oz dark chocolate, chopped
- 3 large eggs, separated
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a saucepan, melt the dark chocolate over low heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold in the Baileys Irish Cream.
- In another bowl, beat the egg yolks with the sugar and vanilla extract until pale and creamy.
- Fold the melted chocolate into the egg yolk mixture until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture, then fold in the egg whites until no white streaks remain.
- Divide the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a non-alcoholic version, substitute Baileys with chocolate syrup.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings or whipped cream for an extra touch.
- Ensure the chocolate is fully melted to avoid lumps in the mousse.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 100mg