White Chocolate Mousse is a rich, decadent yet easy to make dessert. This silky smooth and creamy dessert is made with just 2 ingredients whipping cream, white chocolate and tastes delicious.
About White Chocolate Mousse
The term “mousse” comes from the French word for “foam” so mousse defines the texture of this dessert. Mousse has a light and fluffy texture which comes by whipping cream or eggs.White Chocolate Mousse is an amazingly delicious treat with the mild flavor of white chocolate combined with fluffy and airy whipped cream. White Chocolate Mousse is made with just 2 ingredients heavy whipping cream and white chocolate. Whip the cream first then fold in with melted white chocolate and your white chocolate mousse is ready yes it is as easy as that. White Chocolate Mousse can be served as such as a dessert or used as a filling for mousse cakes too. This mousse is irresistibly delicious and a treat for any day. I can easily claim this is one of the best white chocolate mousse I’ve tasted so far light, airy with a whipped texture exactly the way I wanted. I am not anything against eggs but I am not comfortable eating them raw so always make egg less mousse. The recipe that uses cooked eggs for mousse is a bit tricky so I always use this egg less version of mine which is fuss free and easy to make. The ratio can vary depending but equal ratio of whipping cream, white chocolate makes the perfect white chocolate mousse. Trust me and try this, I am sure you will come back later to thank me.
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Double boiling method
Double boiling method is always used for melting the chocolate. If you get the trick of this then making mousse is so easy. First take a sauce pan add water let it boil. Then place a mixing bowl over it make sure its dry and the base should not touch water. This is called double boiling method. Now the chocolate inside the bowl starts to melt from the heat below the bowl. Keep mixing gently to melt the chocolate to a flowing consistency.
Why you will love this recipe?
Simple and easy to make. Just 2 ingredients needed. Makes perfect smooth white chocolate mousse. Makes a perfect make ahead party dessert. Very versatile that you can make so many variations.
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White Chocolate Mousse Ingredients
Whipping Cream – Heavy whipping cream is generally preferred for white chocolate mousse. Fresh cream may not be best suitable for this dessert. White Chocolate – I have used compound white chocolate, you can use white chocolate chips too.
How to make White Chocolate Mousse Step by Step
1.To begin with first add 1/4 cup frozen whipping cream to a mixing bowl. 2.Whip it using a electric beater until stiff peaks form. This is the main step in making white chocolate mousse. 3.The peaks should stand erect like this – it is called stiff peaks. 4.This is stiff peaks. Turn over the bowl to check the cream will stand still and not fall off. This is perfect consistency. 5.Mix well and Set aside. 6.Next to another mixing bowl : add 1/2 cup white chocolate chopped along with 1/4 cup whipping cream. Make sure the chocolate is chopped small so that its easy to melt. 7.Boil water to a sauce pan. Let it boil. 8.Once it starts to boil, place a bowl over it. This is called double boiling method. But make sure the bowl should be dry and the base of the bowl should not touch the water in the pan. Leave it undisturbed for 2 minutes. 9.Whisk well to melt the chocolate. 10.Whisk until the chocolate melts completely. It will be runny like this. Switch off and let it cool for 10 minutes. 11.Now add this to whipped cream. 12.Using a spatula fold in gently. 13.Fold in slowly but do not over mix. White chocolate mousse is ready in this step itself. Proceed further for a more decorative look. 14.Place a star nozzle in a piping bag. 15.Place it inside a tall glass. 16.Fill it up with prepared mousse. You can skip this step if you want to serve as such. Just spoon out in a serving glass and serve. 17.Piping bag ready! 18.Pipe it in the serving glass. Sprinkle silver sprinkles then chill for 30 minutes and serve. White chocolate mousse is ready. Serve chilled!
Expert Tips
Use good quality white chocolate. I used compound white chocolate. You can even use good quality white chocolate. Chill it for at least an hour before serving. You can use 2 cups white chocolate with 1 cup whipped cream. The texture will be a bit thick in this but either ways it tastes delicious. Easy way to melt white chocolate is to leave it undisturbed for few mins in the double boiling method. Then whisking helps to melt it easily. Variations: You can either use white compound chocolate or white chocolate chips but make sure they are of of good quality. I used a ratio of 1:1 that is equal proportions of cream and white chocolate. But you even use 2(white chocolate) : 1(cream) ratio. Add 1/4 cup cream cheese to this recipe to get a richer version. In that case add 2 tablespoon sugar to it to balance. You can add 1/2 teaspoon vanilla essence if you like the flavor.
Storage & Serving Suggestion
You can store white chocolate mousse in fridge for up to 3-5 days. However I recommend consuming it within 2 days. I used piping nozzle for a more decorative look. But otherwise you can even scoop out to a serving glass and serve it. You can serve it as such or with white chocolate shavings, rasperry or just sprinklers like I did. Chill it before serving.
1.Why do we add cream to white chocolate while melting?
Adding cream to white chocolate while melting helps in easy melting of chocolate and also avoids splitting of chocolate while combining it with whipped cream.
2.What is the difference between pudding and mousse?
Pudding is made by cooking the ingredients and is more thick. Mousse is not cooked and just whipped to make it fluffier and lighter in consistency. If you have any more questions about this White Chocolate Mousse Recipe do mail me at [email protected]. In addition, follow me on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest ,Youtube and Twitter . Tried this White Chocolate Mousse Recipe? Do let me know how you liked it. Also tag us on Instagram @sharmispassions and hash tag it on #sharmispassions.
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