I just can’t get enough of chocolate, even after Christmas and New Year !  Most mousse recipes contain raw eggs which I don’t feel too comfortable with, especially with kids in the house. This recipe only uses 5 ingredients, it is much easier and doesn’t involve raw eggs.  Hope you enjoy it !

Makes about 4 servings

• 3 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, plus about 1/2 ounce for toppings, finely chopped 
• 1 cup heavy or whipping cream
• 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• pinch of salt
• 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar to adjust sweetness if desired

1. Heat cream in a non-stick pot over medium heat
2. Add chopped chocolate, sugar and salt, stir until smooth and chocolate all melted
3. Turn heat off, mix in vanilla extract 
4. Pour mixture through a fine strainer
5. Let cool, cover and refrigerate overnight
6. Before serving, whisk mousse using an electric mixer until soft peak is formed 
7. Spoon or pipe into glasses then top with chopped chocolate