Easy Chocolate Mousse for One
A small cocoa-flavored whipped-cream dessert made without eggs, gelatin, or melted chocolate.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup heavy cream Use cold for best texture.
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder Feel free to try different types for varied flavor.
- 3 tsp powdered sugar 3 teaspoons = 1 tablespoon
- 1 pinch sea salt optional
Instructions
- Measure 1/2 cup cold heavy cream, 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa, and 1 tablespoon powdered sugar; salt is optional.
- Sift the powders and blend with the cream at low speed in a clean bowl.
- Whisk at a moderate speed, checking often, until a lifted whisk leaves a firm, smooth peak. Finish by hand before the mixture turns grainy.
- Spoon into one dessert glass, or split into two small portions. Serve now or cover and refrigerate.
Notes
Stop whisking once the mixture holds a smooth firm peak. Keep covered and chilled; use within two days.