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“Rich chocolate mousse in a glass topped with berries”

Name: Gluten-Free Chocolate Mousse

Summary: A rich, airy, and indulgent chocolate mousse that’s 100% gluten free. Made with simple ingredients like dark chocolate, eggs, sugar, and cream—perfect for a decadent gluten-free dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 340
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • 200 g 7 oz certified gluten-free dark chocolate (60–70% cocoa)
  • 3 large eggs separated
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tsp pure gluten-free vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Equipment

  • Equipment:
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Spatula
  • Double boiler or microwave-safe bowl
  • Serving glasses or bowls

Method
 

  1. Instructions:
  2. Melt the Chocolate: Break chocolate into pieces and melt in a double boiler or microwave. Let it cool slightly.
  3. Whip the Egg Whites: Beat egg whites with salt until stiff peaks form.
  4. Whip the Cream: In a separate bowl, whip cream until soft peaks form.
  5. Mix Yolks and Sugar: Beat egg yolks with sugar until pale. Stir in vanilla.
  6. Combine: Mix melted chocolate with yolk mixture, then fold in whipped cream. Gently fold in whipped egg whites last.
  7. Chill: Spoon mousse into serving cups and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Notes

Notes:
Use only ingredients labeled "gluten free" to avoid hidden gluten.
Add toppings like berries, shaved chocolate, or whipped cream (all gluten-free).
Store in refrigerator and consume within 48 hours.