Rich and Creamy Chocolate Mousse

This easy chocolate mousse is the perfect chilled dessert.

It’s rich and creamy and is guaranteed to hit the spot on a weeknight for your family or weekend impressing guests. Top with fresh berry of choice for a tasty summer delight or switch out the vanilla for Bailey’s for a decadent dessert!

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Rich and Creamy Chocolate Mousse

This easy chocolate mousse is the perfect chilled dessert. It's rich and creamy and is guaranteed to hit the spot on a weeknight for your family or weekend impressing guests. Top with fresh berry of choice for a tasty summer delight or switch out the vanilla for Bailey's for a decadent dessert!

Course

Desserts, Gluten-Free

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

5 minutes

Passive Time

20 minutes

Servings

Ingredients

• Two (3.2 oz) bars dark chocolate (check for FfL-friendly ingredients)
• 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
• 3/4 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons 100% pure maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon 100% pure vanilla extract

Course Desserts, Gluten-Free Prep Time 15 minutes Cook Time 5 minutes Passive Time 20 minutes Servings Ingredients Two (3.2 oz) bars dark chocolate (check for FfL-friendly ingredients) 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream 3/4 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons 100% pure maple syrup 1 teaspoon 100% pure vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Break the chocolate into small pieces and place in a heat-proof bowl.
2. In a separate bowl, combine heavy cream and Greek yogurt. (Be careful not to whisk too long or foam will form.)
3. Add 1/2 cup cream mixture and maple syrup to a saucepan. Cook on low heat and bring to a simmer.
4. Pour hot cream mixture over chocolate and stir until chocolate is melted. Add remaining cream and vanilla. With an electric mixer, beat about 3-4 minutes.
5. Spoon the chocolate mousse into small serving glasses and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Serve topped with freshly sliced strawberries, raspberries or blueberries.

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