Creamy Chocolate Mousse (Gluten-Free)
This creamy gluten-free chocolate mousse is the perfect dessert for chocolate lovers. Smooth and airy with a rich chocolate flavor, this 5-ingredient chocolate dessert looks impressive but is actually easy to make! Top it with whipped cream and chocolate shavings to make it more decadent.
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Chocolate Lovers, This One’s For You!
When the craving for a delicious chocolate dessert hits me (like it did this afternoon), there are few things more satisfying than a big slice of moist chocolate cake, a bite of chocolate almond bark, or a big bowl of chocolate pudding.
And, if you love the soft, creamy texture of mousse, then you’re in for a decadent treat!
Get ready to fall in love with this amazingly chocolatey dessert (and keep the recipe handy for dinner parties ‘cos this is one dessert that’s sure to impress your guests!)
Why You’ll Love this Recipe:
- Only 5 Ingredients: You literally only need just 5 simple ingredients to make this gluten-free chocolate mousse (and you might already have all of them on hand!).
- Easy to Make: With the help of a hand-mixer, all you required is 15 minutes of hands-on time – then let the mousse chill until it’s set!
- Totally Gluten-Free: The best part is that this easy mousse recipe is 100% gluten-free, which means that even those with Celiac disease or gluten or lactose intolerances can enjoy this delicious mousse without issues!
Ingredients You’ll Need:
Here’s a visual overview of the ingredients required for this gluten-free chocolate mousse recipe.
(For exact measurements, please scroll down to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.)
Recipe Notes + Substitutions:
- Cream: Make sure to use heavy whipping cream. If you are dairy-free you can substitute it with dairy-free heavy whipping cream.
- Eggs: Make sure to separate the egg yolks and the egg whites carefully. Ensure that there is no trace of egg yolk in the egg whites.
- Chocolate: I used semi-sweet chocolate, but you can use either milk chocolate or dark chocolate. If you are Celiac or gluten-intolerant, make sure to use gluten-free chocolate. If you want to make this dairy-free, go ahead and use dairy-free chocolate.
- Butter: Make sure to use unsalted butter. If you are dairy-free, go ahead and use unsalted dairy-free butter.
How to Make Gluten-Free Chocolate Mousse (Step by Step):
Whip Heavy Cream:Â In a large bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream with a hand mixer until soft peaks form.
Fold Yolks into Whipped Cream:Â Fold the egg yolks into the whipped cream until the mixture is combined with no yolk streaks left behind.
Melt Chocolate and Butter:Â
Double Boiler Method: Melt the semisweet chocolate and unsalted butter together in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water, stirring until smooth.
Microwave Method: Or heat the chocolate and butter in a microwave-safe bowl in the microwave at 30 second intervals, stirring between.
Fold Whipped Cream Mixture into Chocolate Mixture:Â Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture in two additions until just combined. Set aside.
Beat Egg Whites Till Stiff Peaks Form:Â Using a clean hand mixer, beat the egg whites until foamy, then gradually add the white sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
Fold Egg White Mixture into Chocolate Mixture:Â Using a rubber spatula, carefully fold in the beaten egg whites into the chocolate mixture, ensuring the mousse remains light and airy.
Divide Mousse Between Glasses and Chill:Â Divide the mousse evenly among serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or until set.
Garnish and Serve:Â Serve this decadent dessert chilled, optionally garnished with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries.
Dish by Dish Tips/Tricks:
- Melting Butter: You can either use a double boiler or the microwave to melt the chocolate and the butter.
- Chill Before Serving: For best results, make sure to chill the mousse for at least 6 hours before serving.
- Smaller Servings: This recipe makes 4 regular servings, but you can easily divide the mousse into smaller shot glasses for 8 smaller servings.
- Use as Topping or Filling: While this chocolate mousse is great on its own, you can also use it to top a rich chocolate cake, or as a filling for chocolate mousse pie.
Other Gluten-Free Chocolate Desserts You’ll Love:
- 5-Minute Chocolate Pudding (Gluten-Free, Vegan)
- Easy Chocolate Almond Bark (Gluten-Free, Vegan)
- Moist Chocolate Bundt Cake (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)
- Double Chocolate Muffins (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Option)
Gluten-Free Desserts to Indulge In:
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Creamy Chocolate Mousse (Gluten-Free)
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
This creamy gluten-free chocolate mousse is the perfect dessert for chocolate lovers. Smooth and airy with a rich chocolate flavor, this 5-ingredient chocolate dessert looks impressive but is actually easy to make! Top it with whipped cream and chocolate shavings to make it more decadent.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 4 egg yolks
- 6 ounces gluten-free semisweet chocolate, chopped (approximately 1 cup chopped)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 egg whites
- 1/4 cup white sugar
Instructions
- Whip Cream: In a bowl, whip the heavy cream with a hand mixer until soft peaks form.
- Fold Yolks into Whipped Cream: Fold the egg yolks into the whipped cream until the mixture is combined with no yolk streaks left behind.
- Melt Chocolate and Butter: Double Boiler Method: Melt the semisweet chocolate and unsalted butter together in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water, stirring until smooth. Microwave Method: Or heat the chocolate and butter in a microwave-safe bowl in the microwave at 30 second intervals, stirring between.
- Fold Whipped Cream Mixture into Chocolate Mixture: Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture in two additions until just combined. Set aside.
- Beat Egg Whites Till Stiff Peaks Form: Using a clean hand mixer, beat the egg whites until foamy, then gradually add the white sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
- Fold Egg White Mixture into Chocolate Mixture: Carefully fold in the beaten egg whites into the chocolate mixture, ensuring the mousse remains light and airy.
- Divide Mousse Between Glasses and Chill: Divide the mousse evenly among serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or until set.
- Garnish and Serve: Serve chilled, optionally garnished with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries.
Notes
Cream: Make sure to use heavy whipping cream. If you are dairy-free you can substitute it with dairy-free heavy whipping cream.
Eggs: Make sure to separate the egg yolks and the egg whites carefully. Ensure that there is no trace of egg yolk in the egg whites.
Chocolate: I used semi-sweet chocolate, but you can use either milk chocolate or dark chocolate. If you are Celiac or gluten-intolerant, make sure to use gluten-free chocolate. If you want to make this dairy-free, go ahead and use dairy-free chocolate.
Butter: Make sure to use unsalted butter. If you are dairy-free, go ahead and use unsalted dairy-free butter.
Melting Butter: You can either use a double boiler or the microwave to melt the chocolate and the butter.
Chill Before Serving: For best results, make sure to chill the mousse for at least 6 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Chilling Time: 6 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Cuisine: Western
