Yuzu Chocolate Mousse
Learn how to make dreamy Yuzu Chocolate Mousse from scratch. Made with yuzu chocolate, butter, sugar, egg yolks, and cream, you’ll love the citrus twist in this delicious French dessert.
Servings: 4
Calories: 462kcal
Equipment
- Small Serving Bowls or Ramekins (6 oz each)
Ingredients
- 1 Cup
Yuzu Chocolate roughly chopped - 6 tablespoon Unsalted Butter cut into cubes
- 4 Large Egg Yolks
- ¼ Cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 Cup Heavy Cream
- Lemon Zest and Extra Whipped Cream for Garnish
Instructions
- In a small heatproof bowl, combine the yuzu chocolate and butter. Set the bowl over a pot of barely simmering water and stir continuously until the chocolate and butter have melted, and they are smooth. Remove the bowl from heat but leave the pot simmering on low.1 Cup Yuzu Chocolate, 6 tablespoon Unsalted Butter
- In a medium heatproof bowl, whisk the egg yolks and sugar together. Set the bowl over the pot of barely simmering water and whisk continuously for about 5 minutes, until the mixture turns pale and becomes slightly stiff. Then, remove from heat and set aside.4 Large Egg Yolks, ¼ Cup Granulated Sugar
- Add the melted chocolate and butter into the egg mixture, stirring to combine. Stir for a few more minutes to allow the mixture to cool then set aside until it cools to room temperature.
- In a large bowl, whip the cream to soft peaks. Whisk ¼ of the whipped cream into the cooled chocolate mixture. Use a silicone spatula to gently fold in the remaining whipped cream until fully mixed in.1 Cup Heavy Cream
- Divide the mousse among four 6-ounce ramekins and refrigerate until it has set, about 1 hour.
- Add a dollop of whip cream on top with a bit of lemon zest for garnish!Lemon Zest and Extra Whipped Cream for Garnish
Notes
Frequently asked questions
- Can you make mousse without egg yolks? No. Egg yolks are key to the creamy meringue-like texture and rich flavor. This recipe hasn’t been tested with any alternatives.
- Can chocolate mousse be made in advance? To make them ahead of time, cover the ramekins of mousse in plastic wrap and keep them in the fridge for 2 to 3 days.
- Are raw egg yolks safe to eat in homemade chocolate mousse? Yes. As long as you’re using quality eggs, heating the yolks over simmering water makes them safe to eat for most people.
Nutrition
Calories: 462kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 44g | Saturated Fat: 26g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 322mg | Sodium: 34mg | Potassium: 70mg | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 1659IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 1mg
