Citrus Dark Chocolate Mousse

Citrus Dark Chocolate Mousse
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For the chocolate lovers out there, this indulgent dark chocolate mousse will satisfy any cravings.

The trick for this recipe is to use good quality dark chocolate (70- 85%), which combined with citrus, provides an amazing flavor.

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp of orange zest
  • 1/2 tsp of lime zest
  • 3 medium eggs, separated
  • 3 oz of dark chocolate (70-85% cocoa)
  • 1 tsp of brewed coffee
  • 1 pink of rock salt

Makes 5 portions (30g)

Cooking Method

  1. Combine the orange and lime zest in a small bowl.
  2. Add the zest to the chocolate with the coffee in the top of a double boiler, over simmering water.
  3. Stir intermittently to ensure the mixture does not bubble.
  4. Once the chocolate has melted and is smooth, remove from the heat and allow to cool.
  5. Beat the egg whites and salt until foam forms and peaks. Place to one side.
  6. Add the egg yolks to the chocolate mixture and stir well and then pour the mixture over the egg whites, lightly fold in.
  7. Separate the mixture into 5 small bowls or glasses. Place in the refrigerator for a minimum of 3 hours.

Nutritional Information

Value

Energy

Fat

Fatty acids

Cholesterol

Sodium

Carbohydrate

Sugars

Fiber

Protein

Per 100 g

468 kcal

36 g

17 g

456 mg

294 mg

27 mg

14 g

6 g

10 g

Per Portion

140 kcal

11 g

5 g

136 mg

88 mg

8 g

4 g

2 g

3 g

% DRI

7 %

16 %

26 %

45 %

4 %

3 %

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8 %

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Article Update History

Updated on 5 April, 2026 (Current Version)

Updated by Mosharaf H - Dev

Created on 30 August, 2019

Created by Ben's Natural Health

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