Introduction
Indulge in a divine dessert experience with our Salted Caramel Chocolate Mousse Cups. These delightful treats feature layers of rich chocolate mousse, decadent salted caramel, and a buttery biscuit base, creating a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave you craving for more. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself, these mousse cups are sure to impress.
Ingredients
For the Chocolate Mousse:
- 8 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
- 2 cups heavy cream, chilled
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Salted Caramel Sauce:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
For the Biscuit Base:
- 1 1/2 cups crushed digestive biscuits
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
For Garnish:
- Flaky sea salt
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate shavings
Instructions
1. Prepare the Chocolate Mousse:
- Place the chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water. Stir until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, whip the chilled heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the melted chocolate into the whipped cream until well combined. Refrigerate while preparing the other components.
2. Make the Salted Caramel Sauce:
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, heat the granulated sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon until it melts and turns amber in color.
- Add the cubed butter to the melted sugar and stir until completely melted and incorporated.
- Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring continuously. Be cautious as the mixture will bubble up.
- Stir in the sea salt until well combined. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
3. Prepare the Biscuit Base:
- In a bowl, mix the crushed digestive biscuits with melted butter until evenly combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of serving cups or glasses to form the base of the mousse cups.
4. Assemble the Mousse Cups:
- Spoon a layer of chocolate mousse over the biscuit base in each serving cup.
- Drizzle a generous amount of salted caramel sauce over the mousse layer.
- Repeat the layers with remaining mousse and caramel sauce, ending with a final drizzle of caramel sauce on top.
5. Garnish and Serve:
- Sprinkle flaky sea salt over the top of each mousse cup for an extra touch of saltiness.
- Dollop whipped cream on top and garnish with chocolate shavings.
- Chill the mousse cups in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Conclusion
Treat yourself to the indulgent pleasure of our Salted Caramel Chocolate Mousse Cups, where each spoonful is a harmonious blend of creamy chocolate mousse, luscious salted caramel, and buttery biscuit base. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply satisfying your sweet cravings, these mousse cups are guaranteed to delight your senses and leave a lasting impression on your taste buds.
