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Salted Caramel Chocolate Mousse Domes

Salted Caramel Chocolate Mousse Domes
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Salted Caramel Chocolate Mousse Domes offer an elegant dessert experience combining silky dark chocolate mousse with luscious salted caramel. This dessert balances sweet and salty flavors with a light, airy texture, perfect for special occasions and chocolate lovers.

Ingredients

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Mousse Ingredients

  • 200g dark chocolate (at least 60% cocoa), chopped
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream, whipped to soft peaks
  • 3 large egg whites
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (for egg whites)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Salted Caramel Ingredients

  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt (adjust to taste)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Salted Caramel: Melt granulated sugar in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat until it turns rich amber. Carefully whisk in butter until melted, then slowly add heavy cream while stirring constantly. Remove from heat and sprinkle in sea salt to taste. Let cool to room temperature.
  2. Melt the Chocolate: Gently melt dark chocolate using a double boiler or microwave in short bursts, stirring often to avoid burning. Set aside to cool slightly but remain fluid.
  3. Whip the Cream: In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip; it should be light and fluffy for folding into the chocolate.
  4. Beat Egg Whites: Separate eggs and whisk the whites with a pinch of sugar until stiff peaks form, ensuring volume and airiness.
  5. Combine Ingredients: Fold melted chocolate carefully into the whipped cream. Gently fold in the egg whites, maintaining as much air as possible to achieve a light, creamy mousse texture.
  6. Assemble the Domes: Pour half the mousse into dome-shaped silicone molds, add a spoonful of salted caramel in the center, then top with remaining mousse. Smooth tops and freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight until firm.
  7. Unmold and Finish: Carefully remove domes from molds. Drizzle extra salted caramel sauce over the domes just before serving for a glossy, irresistible finish.

Notes

  • Use high-quality dark chocolate to enhance flavor and texture.
  • Ensure salted caramel is cool before folding into mousse to prevent melting.
  • Fold whipped cream and egg whites gently to retain air for lightness.
  • Chill molds before assembling to help set dome shapes and ease unmolding.
  • Adjust sea salt gradually when making caramel to balance sweetness without overwhelming.

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Keywords: salted caramel, chocolate mousse, dessert domes, chocolate dessert, mousse, no-bake dessert, silky chocolate mousse, elegant dessert

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