If you’re looking for a delicious, fool-proof dessert option for Valentine’s Day, then you really can’t go wrong with this luscious coffee bean chocolate mousse recipe.
If you're celebrating V-Day in the comfort of your own home this evening, then you might be looking for the perfect recipe to whip up for a sweet treat.
That’s why this recipe is so great — it's sure to impress any dinner guest!
Serves: 4
Prep time: 15 mins
Ingredients:
170g Bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
3 large egg yolks
60ml olive oil
3 tbsp premade coffee
¼ tsp salt
2 large egg whites
1/2 tsp cream of tartar
50g granulated sugar
Method:
Put the chopped chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring each time, until melted and smooth.
Whisk in the egg yolks, olive oil, coffee and salt until well blended.
Beat the egg whites with the cream of tartar until frothy.
Add the sugar and continue beating until the mixture forms soft peaks.
Fold about one-third of the egg whites into the chocolate mixture until no white streaks remain.
Gently fold in the remaining whites until well combined.
Spoon the mousse into espresso cups, dividing evenly.
Refrigerate until well chilled, at least 4 hours or overnight.
Garnish with coffee beans if you like and serve immediately.
