Chocolate Mousse

Name: Chocolate Mousse
Yield: Serves 6 to 8
Ingredients: 6 ounces (170 grams), bittersweet chocolate or semisweet chocolate, chopped coarse; 4 tablespoons, unsalted butter; pinch, table salt; 1 teaspoon, vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons, strong coffee or 4 teaspoons brandy, orange-flavored liqueur, or light rum; 4 , large eggs, separated; 2 tablespoons, granulated sugar; 1/2 cup, heavy cream, plus extra for garnish

Desserts or Baked Goods
Chocolate
Valentines Day

Appears in Cook's Illustrated July/August 1996

The proper ratio of ingredients ensures a smooth, creamy texture and a deep but balanced chocolate flavor.

SERVES 6 to 8

TIME 25 minutes, plus 2 hours chilling

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