This simple chocolate mousse uses whipped cream as a base. Gently fold the cream
into the chocolate in stages and blend well before continuing.
1/2 pound bittersweet chocolate
1/4 cup coffee syrup
1 1/2 cups whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1. Melt chocolate and coffee syrup in a double boiler over medium heat.
2. Combine the cream and vanilla, whip until soft peaks form. Gently fold 1/4 of the
whipped cream into the melted chocolate. When well blended, fold the remaining
whipped cream into the chocolate.
3. Pipe or spoon the mousse into dessert glasses and chill.
4. If desired top the mousse with additional whipped cream and chocolate shavings
and serve.