Baileys Chocolate Mousse

Baileys Chocolate Mousse Recipe

Ingredients:

• 6 oz (170g) dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 egg yolks
• 3 tbsp granulated sugar
• ½ cup (120ml) Baileys Irish Cream
• 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, chilled
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• A pinch of salt
• Whipped cream and chocolate shavings (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Melt the Chocolate

   • In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate and butter over a double boiler or in the microwave (in 20-second bursts, stirring in between). Let it cool slightly.

2. Prepare the Baileys Mixture

   • In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks and sugar until pale and slightly thickened.
   • Heat Baileys Irish Cream in a small saucepan over low heat until warm (but not boiling).
   • Slowly pour the warm Baileys into the egg mixture while whisking constantly to prevent scrambling.

3. Combine the Mixtures

   • Add the Baileys mixture to the melted chocolate, stirring gently until smooth. Let cool to room temperature.

4. Whip the Cream

   • In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt until soft peaks form.

5. Fold Everything Together

   • Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture in batches until fully combined and smooth.

6. Chill & Serve

   • Spoon the mousse into serving glasses and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight) until set.
   • Garnish with whipped cream and chocolate shavings before serving