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Blond Chocolate Mousse with Peanut Butter

Blond Chocolate Mousse with Peanut Butter is for lovers of all things peanut butter and butterscotchy. Rich, indulgent and definitely destined for special occasions.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Chilling Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 28 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: British
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 361kcal

Ingredients

  • 200 g blond chocolate I used Valrhona Dulcey
  • 75 g peanut butter natural, unsalted and unsweetened
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • 3 medium eggs separated
  • 150 ml whipping cream

Instructions

  • Melt the chocolate in a bain marie or a bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water. Once the chocolate has melted then stir in the peanut butter until smooth.
  • Remove the chocolate peanut butter from the heat and let cool for a couple of minutes.
  • Lightly whisk the egg yolks together then pour carefully into the chocolate peanut butter, stirring to combine.
  • In a very clean bowl whisk the egg whites to firm peaks.
  • Using a metal spoon, fold the egg whites into the chocolate mixture to loosen it, then carefully fold in the rest.
  • Divide the mousse equally into four serving bowls or glasses. Place in the fridge to set for at least 2 hours.
  • Just before you are ready to serve, whisk the whipping cream until thick and floppy and spoon equally over the top of each individial mousse. Decorate with shavings of blond chocolate.

Notes

Eggs. The eggs used in this recipe are medium size, 60g each with shell and 50g without shell. If you can't get hold of medium eggs I suggest you weigh the amount.
US customary measurements: These US measurements for the ingredients provided are based on a conversion calculator. This recipe was tested with metric measurements and I recommend using a digital scale to weigh ingredients for the most accurate results. READ MORE >>> Why you should always weigh vs measuring with cups 
Nutrition information: Please note that the nutrition information provided below is an estimate based on an online nutrition calculator. It will vary based on the specific ingredients you use. Please seek a professional nutritionist’s advice for further clarification.
The nutrition serving is for 1 portion of chocolate mousse with cream, assuming the mousse is portioned into 6 servings. 

Nutrition

Calories: 361kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 110mg | Sodium: 194mg | Potassium: 221mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 488IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 2mg