Sensible & Delicious Chocolate Mousse Recipe 🍫
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12
Description:
This Sensible & Delicious Chocolate Mousse recipe is a delightful creation, perfect for satisfying your chocolate cravings while maintaining a touch of health consciousness. It’s a quick and easy dessert that’s sure to impress your guests or indulge yourself on any occasion. Created in response to a request by Sunbeam, this mousse recipe uses gelatin for that perfect, silky texture. Dive into the world of chocolatey goodness with this simple yet sensational recipe!
Ingredients:
- 1 packet unflavored gelatin
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 can fat-free evaporated milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: chocolate shavings or whipped cream for garnish
Instructions:
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Prepare Gelatin Mixture:
- Sprinkle the unflavored gelatin over water in a medium saucepan and let it stand for 1 minute to soften.
- Stir the mixture over low heat until the gelatin is completely dissolved.
- Once dissolved, stir in the granulated sugar until it’s well incorporated.
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Incorporate Evaporated Milk:
- Add the fat-free evaporated milk to the saucepan with the gelatin mixture.
- Continue stirring over medium heat until the milk is steaming hot, but be careful not to let it boil.
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Blend Ingredients:
- Pour the hot mixture into a blender container.
- Add the vanilla extract for a hint of flavor.
- Cover the blender and blend on low speed until the mixture is smooth and velvety.
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Chill and Beat:
- Transfer the blended mixture into a small mixer bowl.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator, stirring occasionally, until it reaches the desired consistency and mounds from a spoon.
- Once chilled, beat the mixture on high speed for 1 to 2 minutes or until it becomes thick and light in color.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Spoon the chocolate mousse into serving dishes, creating elegant swirls or layers.
- For an extra touch of indulgence, garnish with chocolate shavings or a dollop of whipped cream.
- Chill the mousse until you’re ready to serve, allowing the flavors to meld together for an even more delightful experience.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 173.9
- Fat Content: 8.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 5.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 1.3mg
- Sodium Content: 41.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 23.8g
- Fiber Content: 1.7g
- Sugar Content: 21.3g
- Protein Content: 4.1g
Indulge in the lusciousness of this Sensible & Delicious Chocolate Mousse, perfect for any occasion or simply to satisfy your sweet cravings with a touch of sophistication. Whether it’s a weeknight treat or a special dessert for guests, this recipe is bound to become a favorite in your repertoire!
