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Easy Baileys Chocolate Mousse Recipe
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Easy Baileys Chocolate Mousse Recipe

Easy Baileys Chocolate Mousse Recipe - a boozy dessert for chocolate lovers. Made with Baileys Irish Cream. Just in time for St Patrick's Day.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup Baileys , divided
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream , divided
  • 200 grams / 1 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate (or chocolate chips)
  • 1 tbsp gelatin
  • 1/4 cup cold water

Instructions

  • In a small saucepan, heat 1/4 cup Baileys and 1/4 cup heavy cream. When it starts to boil, remove from heat immediately.
  • Place chocolate in a bowl and pour the hot liquid on top. Let it sit for 1 minute, then stir to incorporate. Stir constantly, until smooth and glossy. Let it cool completely to room temperature. (This is your chocolate ganache).
  • Sprinkle gelatin over cold water.
  • When the chocolate ganache has cooled, pour heavy cream into a bowl.
  • Add chocolate ganache. Beat for 3 minutes, until stiff peaks form.
  • With the mixer running on slow speed, slowly add the remaining 1/2 cup Baileys.
  • Melt the gelatin in the microwave tor 30-45 seconds, or on a double boiler.
  • Add gelatin to the mousse, with the mixer running on slow speed.
  • Divide mixture between 6 (3 oz) cups.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • Serve with chocolate shavings or whipped cream on top.

Nutrition

Calories: 572kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 42g | Saturated Fat: 25g | Cholesterol: 110mg | Sodium: 38mg | Potassium: 248mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 1185IU | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 72mg | Iron: 2.1mg