Thursday, September 18, 2008

Milk Chocolate Mousse



I have been wanting to make Chocolate Mousse for quite some time, but I am not a huge fan of dark chocolate, so I used milk chocolate instead. I topped it with a childhood favorite candy, Malted Whoppers! Delicous!

2 tablespoons brewed coffee
5 ounces milk chocolate, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon dark rum (optional)
3/4 cup heavy cream


Bring a small pot of water to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

Combine the coffee, chocolate and rum, if using, in a medium metal bowl that can sit atop the pot of water without touching the water.

Place the bowl on the pot and heat until the chocolate is melted, stirring often. When the mixture is smooth, remove from the heat and set aside to cool until no longer warm to the touch.

Whip the cream at high speed to speed to soft peaks, about 1 minute. Fold half of the cream into the chocolate until combined but not fully incorporated and some streaks remain.

Add the remaining cream in two batches, mixing to fully incorporate when the last batch is added.

Refrigerate until set, at least 1 hour, or up to 48 hours

11 comments:

Pam said...

Yum! Chad and Meg would absolutely love this. Great photo.

Cheryl said...

OMG...looks yummy.

Thanks, I visited the food blog. I think I'll try something purple. :-)

Jan said...

This looks simple and delish. I like the addition of the Whoppers, they will add a nice crunch.

Heather said...

ohh yummer! this looks delicious! i love mousse!

MaryBeth said...

OMG YUM! I love chocolate, the darker the better but milk chocolate is great too. Whoppers, love them. Your picture looks great.

Raquel said...

I am in luv! I am a dark chocolate lover, myself, but I would eat that anyways! Much love, Raquel XO

Paula said...

Chocolate? Rum? Cream? I'm totally there. What a great dessert! I love your spotty serving glasses, too! YUM!

Cathy - wheresmydamnanswer said...

That is a winner and I love the presentation very creative. This would not last long in my house.

Anonymous said...

Wow, what an elaborate beautiful presentation! I like how it's in a martini glass!

NuKiwi said...

Woohoo! Looks magnifico! Think it travels well??? ;o)
I decided a while ago to follow in your footsteps, so to speak, but wanted to wait to show you till I was relatively happy with it. What a trendsetter you are! Anyway, you can have a looksee and be honest... I'm not a copycat, but it's a great way to share with family as well as friends & neighbours, yes? Hugs...

Deborah Dowd said...

This looks awesome, and any excuse to eat Whoppers is great by me!

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