Creamy Baileys Chocolate Mousse
An easy and elegant dessert combining rich dark chocolate and creamy Baileys Irish Cream for a luscious, airy mousse perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
Scale
- 150g (5.3 oz) dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped
- 120ml (½ cup) Baileys Irish Cream
- 240ml (1 cup) heavy cream, chilled
- 3 large egg whites, room temperature
- 50g (¼ cup) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Set up a double boiler by placing the chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water. Stir gently until smooth and glossy, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly but not harden.
- In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream to soft peaks using an electric mixer, about 3-4 minutes on medium speed. Set aside in the fridge.
- In another clean bowl, beat egg whites with a pinch of salt until they start to foam. Gradually add the sugar while continuing to whip until firm, glossy peaks form.
- Stir the Baileys Irish Cream and vanilla extract into the melted chocolate. The mixture might stiffen slightly, but that’s fine.
- Gently fold about one-third of the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture to lighten it, using a spatula to combine without deflating the air.
- Fold in the beaten egg whites in two additions using gentle, wide strokes to keep the mousse airy.
- Spoon the mousse into serving glasses or ramekins. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld and texture to firm.
Notes
Keep bowls chilled before whipping cream for better results. Avoid overheating chocolate to prevent seizing. Fold gently to maintain mousse airiness. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and use dairy-free chocolate. Egg whites can be replaced with aquafaba for vegan version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approxima
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 28
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Protein: 5
Keywords: Baileys, chocolate mousse, creamy dessert, easy dessert, elegant dessert, Irish cream, chocolate dessert