Silky egg-free chocolate mousse with fresh orange is an easy make-ahead celebration dessert.
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Substitutions
Use dairy-free whipping cream and suitable chocolate for a dairy-free version. Omit orange zest for plain chocolate mousse.
Practical tip
The chocolate mixture must be cool but still fluid before folding in whipped cream.
Storage and reheating
Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Keep chilled until serving.
Recipe card
Chocolate Orange Mousse
Ingredients
Method
- Place chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Heat 1/2 cup (120 ml) cream until steaming but not boiling, then pour it over the chocolate.
- Stand for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth. Add orange zest, vanilla, and salt. Cool to room temperature.
- Whip remaining 1 cup (240 ml) cream to soft peaks. Fold one-third into the chocolate, then gently fold in the rest.
- Divide among eight small glasses and refrigerate for at least 3 hours. Garnish before serving.
Estimated nutrition per serving
| Nutrient | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Energy | 307 kcal |
| Protein | 2.6 g |
| Fat | 24.9 g |
| Saturated fat | 15.5 g |
| Carbohydrate (including fiber) | 18.6 g |
| Fiber | 2.0 g |
| Sugar | 14.9 g |
| Sodium | 19 mg |
Estimates are calculated from the ingredient amounts and standard food composition references, divided into the stated number of equal servings. They are not laboratory measurements. Brands, substitutions, optional additions and portion sizes can change the result. Optional toppings, extra side dishes and unspecified added salt are excluded from the base estimate.
Frequently asked questions
Why did the mousse become grainy?
The chocolate may have been too hot or too cold when the whipped cream was folded in.
Does this mousse contain raw eggs or alcohol?
There are no raw eggs. Standard vanilla extract can contain alcohol, so use alcohol-free vanilla flavouring if you need an alcohol-free dessert.
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