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Chocolate mousse

If you want a truly chocolatey and delicious dessert, then nothing beats this classic dish. Some recipes need no improving – they’re classics for a reason!

Serves 8 (v)

PREPARATION TIME

10 minutes

COOKING TIME

5 minutes, plus chilling

125ml (4½fl oz) double or regular cream

125g (4½oz) dark chocolate, finely chopped, or dark chocolate drops

1 tbsp brandy (optional)

2 eggs, separated

To decorate

Raspberries (optional)

Icing sugar (optional)

4–6 little bowls, glasses or cups

* Pour the cream into a saucepan and bring to the boil, then remove from the heat, add the chocolate and stir just until it melts. Add the brandy (if using) and whisk in the egg yolks.

* In a spotlessly clean bowl, whisk the egg whites until just forming stiff peaks. Spoon a small amount of whisked egg whites into the chocolate and cream mixture, then carefully fold in the rest of the egg whites, just until combined.

* Spoon into the bowls, glasses or cups and chill in the fridge for 1–2 hours or until set. Decorate with raspberries (if using) and a hint of icing sugar.