# What You'll Need:
→ Chocolate Mixture
01 - 4.2 oz semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
03 - 2 large eggs, separated
04 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
05 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Cream
06 - 3/4 cup heavy cream (minimum 35% fat), chilled
→ Garnish (optional)
07 - Shaved chocolate or cocoa powder
08 - Fresh berries or mint leaves
# Method:
01 - Combine chopped chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and allow to cool for 5 minutes.
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks with vanilla extract. Gradually incorporate cooled chocolate mixture into yolks until fully blended.
03 - Whip egg whites in a clean bowl until soft peaks form. Add sugar and continue whipping until stiff peaks develop.
04 - Whip chilled heavy cream in another bowl until soft peaks form.
05 - Gently fold one-third of whipped cream into chocolate mixture to lighten it.
06 - Carefully fold in the remaining whipped cream, then fold in beaten egg whites in two additions each, maintaining an airy texture without overmixing.
07 - Spoon or pipe mousse evenly into eight small shot glasses.
08 - Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours until set.
09 - Just before serving, decorate with shaved chocolate, fresh berries, or mint leaves as desired.
