Salted Caramel and Chocolate Mousse

Rich dark chocolate mousse layered with homemade salted caramel sauce and chilled until set. A classic recipe by Michel Roux Jr.

Vegetarian Dessert French Chocolate Caramel

Estimated Nutrition

Calories

874.1

kcal / serving

3496.2 kcal total

Carbs

57.8g

per serving

231.1 g total

Fat

64.5g

per serving

258.1 g total

Protein

15.6g

per serving

62.4 g total

Cook Time

minutes

Serves

people

Dietary

Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients

100

Granulated Sugar

tbsp

Golden Syrup

330

Dark Chocolate

55-70% cocoa solids, chopped into small pieces

tbsp

Dairy

piece

free-range, separated

portion

Double Cream

whipped, to serve

NutsSeeds

0.5

tsp

Sea Salt

Method

Melt dark chocolate and butter in a bowl over simmering water and let cool slightly.

Remove from heat and stir in butter, cream, and salt to complete the caramel.

Refrigerate for one hour and serve with a dollop of whipped cream.

Layer caramel sauce and chocolate mousse in glasses, finishing with mousse.

Fold the egg whites into the chocolate mixture in batches until fully incorporated.

Whisk egg whites with caster sugar until soft peaks form.

Boil granulated sugar, water, and golden syrup until it turns a rich amber color.

Whisk the egg yolks into the cooled chocolate mixture.