Best Quick And Easy Light Chocolate Mousse Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

QUICK AND EASY CHOCOLATE MOUSSE



Quick and Easy Chocolate Mousse image

This recipe is especially convenient when unexpected guests arrive. It's so easy to whip up and looks pretty with a mint leaf garnish.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix
1 cup cold water
1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
Additional whipped cream

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine milk, pudding mix and water. Beat until well mixed. Chill for 5 minutes. , Fold in whipped cream. Spoon into individual serving dishes. Garnish with additional whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts :

EASY CHOCOLATE MOUSSE RECIPE



Easy Chocolate Mousse Recipe image

This easy chocolate mousse recipe whips up in just 15 minutes! So airy & light, with a rich, deep chocolate flavor. Fancy, yet so quick & simple!

Provided by Allie {Baking A Moment}

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips ((about 1 1/3 cups))
1/3 cup water
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream, (whipped to stiff peaks)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream, (whipped to soft peaks and sweetened with 1 1/2 tablespoons of powdered sugar)
cocoa powder, (for garnish)

Steps:

  • Place the chocolate chips, water, cocoa, sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl, and microwave in short, 30-second bursts, stirring after each interval, until the mixture is melted and smooth (this can also be done over a double boiler).
  • Fold in the whipped cream and vanilla extract.
  • Divide the mixture evenly between 6 dessert glasses, cover, and chill in the refrigerator until set (about 1 hour).
  • Top with sweetened whipped cream and sprinkle with cocoa powder (optional).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 485 kcal, Carbohydrate 25 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 42 g, SaturatedFat 25 g, Cholesterol 102 mg, Sodium 81 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 16 g, ServingSize 1 serving

LIGHT CHOCOLATE MOUSSE



Light Chocolate Mousse image

This is an all time favourite dessert. It will be gluten free if you use a gluten-free cocoa powder. Gluten and Guilt Free! This recipe does have uncooked eggs-not recommended for pregnant women or the aged

Provided by Jubes

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup boiling water
2 teaspoons gelatin powder
1 1/2 tablespoons cocoa powder
4 eggs, separated
1/3 cup caster sugar (aka. superfine granulated sugar)
1 pinch cream of tartar

Steps:

  • Combine water and the gelatine in a jug. Whisk with a fork until the gelatine has been dissolved.
  • Stir the cocoa into the gelatine mix. Set aside to cool for 10 minutes.
  • In a large mixer bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until soft-peaks form. Slowly add the sugar and beat until thick and glossy (beat between slow additions of sugar). With the mixer on high speed add the egg yolks (add one at a time).
  • Slowly pour the gelatine mix into the egg mixture. Beat constantly until well combined.
  • Pour mixture into 6 serving cups and refrigerate for 4 hours or until set.
  • Dust with some extra cocoa to serve or use some chocolate shavings if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.4, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 124, Sodium 49.9, Carbohydrate 12.1, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 11.2, Protein 5.1

QUICK AND EASY, LIGHT "CHOCOLATE MOUSSE"



Quick and Easy, Light

I was craving something chocolatey and delicious, but didn't want to add to my waistline. So I came up with this. It's really good and so simple!

Provided by SemiSweetooth

Categories     Dessert

Time 12m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 (1 1/2 ounce) package fat-free sugar-free instant chocolate pudding mix
2 cups milk
4 ounces light whipped topping

Steps:

  • Use package instructions to prepare the instant pudding.
  • Refrigerate for 5 minutes until semi-firm.
  • Gently fold whipped topping into pudding.
  • Refrigerate for another 5 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

EASY CHOCOLATE MOUSSE



Easy chocolate mousse image

Make this classic chocolate dessert in minutes with just a few ingredients - light yet delicious. Perfect for fuss-free entertaining to end a rich meal

Provided by Elena Silcock

Categories     Dessert, Treat

Time 7m

Number Of Ingredients 4

150g 70% dark chocolate, plus extra to serve
6 egg whites
2 tbsp golden caster sugar
4 tbsp crème fraîche and grated chocolate, to serve

Steps:

  • Melt the chocolate in the microwave in a microwaveable bowl, stirring every 30 seconds until just melted. Whisk the egg whites to soft peaks, scatter in the sugar and whisk again until the mixture forms stiff peaks when you lift the whisk out (around 30 seconds).
  • Add a big tablespoon of the egg white to the melted chocolate and mix vigorously, working fast so the chocolate doesn't cool and harden. Then fold in the remaining egg whites carefully using a spatula or large metal spoon. Spoon into 4 glasses or ramekins and set in the fridge for 2-3 hours. Serve each with a dollop of crème fraiche and shavings of dark chocolate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 16 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 23 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 19 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 8 grams protein, Sodium 0.24 milligram of sodium

QUICK AND EASY CHOCOLATE MOUSSE



Quick and Easy Chocolate Mousse image

Grown-up dessert to impress at dinner parties. The bitter chocolate adds richness and decadence to the light airy mixture. Mmmmm!

Provided by Snowbunny Andorra

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

170 g good quality bitter chocolate
4 egg whites
1 fluid ounce brandy
75 g caster sugar
200 ml double cream

Steps:

  • Warm the brandy.
  • Melt the chocolate in a glass bowl over a pan of simmering water, taking care not to let it overheat.
  • Mix the brandy into the chocolate to prevent chocolate separating.
  • Whisk the egg whites to soft peaks.
  • Pour the chocolate onto egg whites and fold together gently.
  • Whip the cream to soft peaks and add to chocolate mixture.
  • Divide between four serving glasses and chill.
  • Garnish with red berries and dust with icing sugar to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.2, Fat 18.9, SaturatedFat 11.8, Cholesterol 69.9, Sodium 74.2, Carbohydrate 20.4, Sugar 19, Protein 4.6

QUICK AND EASY CHOCOLATE MOUSSE



Quick and easy chocolate mousse image

I have not tried it personally, but it sounds really great. It is a handy recipe when you don't have much time. (Chilling time not included)

Provided by Grace Fung

Categories     Dessert

Time 18m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

6 ounces semisweet chocolate
5 eggs, separated
whipped cream, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Melt the chocolate in a bowl over a pan of simmering water; let cool a little.
  • Whisk the egg yolks into the melted chocolate, one at a time, until well-combined; set aside.
  • In another bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff.
  • Loosen the chocolate mixture with 1 Tbsp of egg white.
  • Fold in the remaining egg whites, making sure you do not lose too much volume.
  • Spoon into 6 dessert glasses and chill until set.
  • Serve with whipped cream, if desire.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.3, Fat 19, SaturatedFat 10.5, Cholesterol 176.2, Sodium 65.1, Carbohydrate 8.8, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 0.6, Protein 8.9

Related Topics