Ricotta Chocolate Mousse Dessert (Print View)

Creamy mousse made with ricotta, dark chocolate, and vanilla for a decadent, airy Italian dessert.

# Components:

→ Dairy

01 - 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
02 - 1/2 cup heavy cream, cold

→ Chocolate

03 - 3.5 oz dark chocolate (60–70% cocoa), chopped

→ Sweeteners

04 - 1/4 cup powdered sugar

→ Flavorings

05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - Pinch of salt

→ Garnish (optional)

07 - Shaved chocolate or cocoa powder
08 - Fresh berries
09 - Mint leaves

# Method:

01 - Place chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Melt using a double boiler or microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Allow to cool to room temperature.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat with an electric mixer or whisk until smooth and creamy.
03 - In a separate bowl, whip cold heavy cream until soft peaks form.
04 - Gently fold the cooled melted chocolate into the ricotta mixture until fully incorporated and uniform.
05 - Carefully fold the whipped cream into the chocolate-ricotta mixture in two stages to maintain a light and airy consistency.
06 - Divide the mousse evenly among four serving glasses or bowls. Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours, or until set.
07 - Prior to serving, adorn with shaved chocolate, cocoa powder, fresh berries, or mint leaves as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Just six simple ingredients you can find in any grocery store
  • No stove or oven time means it is doable even in summer heat
  • Gluten free and vegetarian so it suits a wide range of guests
02 -
  • Naturally gluten free so it fits special diets
  • Ricotta is protein rich and keeps things light so it never gets heavy
  • Can be made a day ahead for easy entertaining
03 -
  • Beat the ricotta well so there are zero lumps in your base Always let your melted chocolate cool fully before folding it in or you will lose the mousse’s fluffiness For the most impressive presentation layer your mousse with berries or even a dollop of whipped cream and a mint leaf The magic is in the details and the gentle folding

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