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Chocolate Mousse Dream

Indulge in a decadent chocolate experience with this rich and velvety Chocolate Mousse Dream, perfect for sharing with family and friends.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Treat
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the brownie base
  • 6 oz Dark chocolate, chopped
  • ½ cup Butter, unsalted
  • ¾ cup Granulated sugar
  • 2 large Eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • ½ cup All-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons Cocoa powder
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
For the mousse
  • 8 oz Semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
  • 2 cups Heavy whipping cream, divided
  • ¼ cup Powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon Gelatin, optional
  • 6 oz Dark chocolate, chopped
  • 1 cup Heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
For decoration
  • Chocolate ganache or mousse for piping
  • Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a square baking pan and line it with parchment paper.
  2. Melt the dark chocolate and butter together in a pan over low heat. Stir in the granulated sugar until combined.
  3. Once slightly cooled, whisk in the eggs and vanilla extract. Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt, and fold everything gently into the mixture.
  4. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20 minutes. Let cool completely before serving.
Mousse Preparation
  1. Melt the semi-sweet chocolate with 1 cup of heavy cream and powdered sugar over low heat. Let cool, then fold in whipped cream until smooth.
  2. Melt the dark chocolate with the remaining cream, and if using, stir in the dissolved gelatin. Whip the remaining cream with sugar and fold into this melted chocolate.
Assembly
  1. Layer the light mousse over the brownie base followed by the dark chocolate mousse. Decorate as desired with ganache or shavings.
  2. Slice and serve with whipped cream and fresh berries if desired.

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge, covered, for up to three days. Use quality chocolate for best results.