My 3 ingredient chocolate orange mousse is one of those desserts that feels far more impressive than the effort it requires. It is rich, airy and indulgent, yet made with just three simple ingredients. No eggs, no gelatine and no baking required! I used Terry’s Chocolate Orange which gives the mousse its signature citrus chocolate flavour. Topped with final sprinkle of fresh orange zest on top finishes it off beautifully!
This mousse is based on my easy 3 ingredient chocolate mousse recipe, with the cream carefully split and folded in two stages to give it that that soft and airy texture while still holding its shape beautifully in the glass.It is perfect for dinner parties, date nights or when you want something decadent ready in under half an hour.
Top tips
• Do not heat the chocolate and cream mixture for more than 30 seconds at a time or it may split, in between intervals remove from the microwave and stir. The residual heat from heating it will mean it will continue to melt as you stir!
• Whip your cream slowly and stop just before soft peaks form. Over-whipping will make it grainy.
• Fold gently to keep the mousse light and airy.
• Do not refrigerate for more than 40 minutes or the mousse will become too firm.
• Use a palette knife to smooth the tops for a clean finish.
Ingredients
Serves 2 to 4
- 90g Terry’s Chocolate Orange, broken into pieces
- 40g dark chocolate
- 300ml double cream, divided
- 150ml for melting
- 150ml for whipping
- Optional 2 tbsp date syrup
- To finish: Grated dark chocolate or chocolate orange & Fresh orange zest
Method for 3 Ingredient Chocolate Orange Mousse
- Begin by adding the Terry’s Chocolate Orange, dark chocolate and 150ml double cream to a microwave safe pyrex jug.
- Place in the microwave and heat for 30 seconds. Allow to stand for 10 seconds before removing and mixing thoroughly. Do not heat the chocolate and cream mixture for more than 30 seconds at a time.
- Repeat twice or until the chocolate has completely melted and combined with the cream. Set aside to cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl gently whip the remaining 150ml double cream until soft peaks form. Be very careful not to overwhip or the cream will split.
- If using, stir the date syrup into the chocolate mixture.
- Add the whipped cream to the chocolate and fold gently until fully combined and smooth.
- Transfer the mousse to your glasses, jars or bowls.
- Refrigerate for 40 minutes only.
- Top with grated dark chocolate or chocolate orange and finish with fresh orange zest. Smooth the tops with a palette knife if you want a clean finish.
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Easy 3 Ingredient Chocolate Orange Mousse
Ingredients
- 90 g Terry’s Chocolate Orange broken into pieces
- 40 g dark chocolate
- 300 ml double cream divided
- 150 ml for melting
- 150 ml for whipping
- Optional 2 tbsp date syrup
- To finish: Grated dark chocolate or chocolate orange & Fresh orange zest
Instructions
- Begin by adding the Terry’s Chocolate Orange, dark chocolate and 150ml double cream to a microwave safe pyrex jug.
- Place in the microwave and heat for 30 seconds. Allow to stand for 10 seconds before removing and mixing thoroughly. Do not heat the chocolate and cream mixture for more than 30 seconds at a time.
- Repeat twice or until the chocolate has completely melted and combined with the cream. Set aside to cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl gently whip the remaining 150ml double cream until soft peaks form. Be very careful not to overwhip or the cream will split.
- If using, stir the date syrup into the chocolate mixture.
- Add the whipped cream to the chocolate and fold gently until fully combined and smooth.
- Transfer the mousse to your glasses, jars or bowls.
- Refrigerate for 40 minutes only.
- Top with grated dark chocolate or chocolate orange and finish with fresh orange zest. Smooth the tops with a palette knife if you want a clean finish.
