Mom's Blender Chocolate Mousse with Lemon Cream

Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Mom's Blender Chocolate Mousse with Lemon Cream
130 min.
4
376kcal

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If you're looking for a dessert that is both indulgent and surprisingly easy to make, look no further than Mom's Blender Chocolate Mousse with Lemon Cream. This delightful treat is the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth while keeping it gluten-free. Imagine the rich, velvety texture of chocolate mousse, lightened by a refreshing and zesty lemon cream topping—it's truly a match made in dessert heaven.

With just a handful of ingredients and the convenience of a blender, you can create a restaurant-quality dessert right in your own home. The combination of bittersweet chocolate and instant espresso powder elevates the flavors, while the lemon adds a bright contrast that rounds out the richness of the mousse. Not only is this recipe delicious, but it's also impressive enough to wow your guests at dinner parties or special occasions.

This delightful mousse sets in just two hours, making it an ideal make-ahead dessert. Plus, each serving offers a luxurious experience with only 376 calories—perfect for those who want to indulge without the guilt. So, grab your blender and whip up this elegant chocolate mousse topped with silky lemon cream for a sweet ending to any meal. You won't be disappointed!

Ingredients

  • large egg whites 
  • 0.3 teaspoon espresso powder instant
  • teaspoon juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon lemon zest grated
  • cup semi chocolate chips 
  • tablespoons sugar divided
  • 0.8 cup water 
  • 0.3 cup whipping cream chilled

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • blender

Directions

  1. Place chocolate in blender. Bring 3/4 cup water, 2 tablespoons sugar, and espresso powder to simmer in medium saucepan, stirring to dissolve sugar.
  2. Pour over chocolate. Cover tightly; blend 5 seconds.
  3. Add egg whites. Cover tightly; blend on high 1 minute.
  4. Pour into 4 small bowls. Chill until firm, about 2 hours.
  5. Whisk cream, lemon juice, peel, and 1 tablespoon sugar in small bowl to very soft peaks. Spoon over mousse; serve.
  6. Self

Nutrition Facts

Calories376kcal
Protein6.38%
Fat58.23%
Carbs35.39%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.52
Glycemic Load
6.28
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
8.4873913578365%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.06mg
Hesperetin
0.18mg
Naringenin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:376.12kcal
18.81%
Fat:24.47g
37.65%
Saturated Fat:14.48g
90.48%
Carbohydrates:33.47g
11.16%
Net Carbohydrates:29.84g
10.85%
Sugar:26.3g
29.22%
Cholesterol:25.11mg
8.37%
Sodium:53.3mg
2.32%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:40.66mg
13.55%
Protein:6.03g
12.06%
Manganese:0.6mg
30.04%
Copper:0.58mg
28.89%
Magnesium:84.07mg
21.02%
Iron:2.89mg
16.08%
Fiber:3.63g
14.52%
Selenium:9.39µg
13.41%
Phosphorus:132.54mg
13.25%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.01%
Potassium:318.41mg
9.1%
Zinc:1.25mg
8.36%
Vitamin A:314.25IU
6.29%
Calcium:44.64mg
4.46%
Vitamin K:3.88µg
3.69%
Vitamin E:0.45mg
3%
Vitamin B5:0.24mg
2.35%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.25%
Vitamin B3:0.44mg
2.18%
Vitamin D:0.32µg
2.12%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.32%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.23%
Vitamin C:0.93mg
1.12%
Source:Epicurious