Salted Caramel Chocolate Mousse Cups

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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.

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