Low Fat Dark Chocolate Mousse
- 1 (16 ounce) package silken tofu, drained
- 6 ounces high quality bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
- 14 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (preferably Dutch-processed)
- 12 cup water
- 1 tablespoon brandy (optional)
- 1 tablespoon espresso or 1 tablespoon strong coffee
- 12 cup sugar
- 14 cup heavy cream
- 12 teaspoon sugar
- 1 14 teaspoons chocolate shavings
- In a food processor or blender puree the tofu until it is smooth.
- Put the chopped chocolate, cocoa powder, water and brandy in the top of a double boiler or a heat-proof bowl.
- Place over a pot containing 1-inch of barely simmering water.
- Stir frequently, until melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat.
- Mix in 1/2 cup of sugar, a little at a time, until smooth.
- Add the chocolate mixture to the tofu and puree until well blended.
- Spoon the mousse into individual serving dishes or one large serving dish.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Whip the cream with an electric mixer.
- When the cream is almost completely whipped, add the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of sugar and finish whipping.
- Top each serving with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of chocolate shavings and serve.
silken, bittersweet chocolate, cocoa, water, brandy, espresso, sugar, heavy cream, sugar, chocolate shavings
Taken from www.food.com/recipe/low-fat-dark-chocolate-mousse-218468 (may not work)