Jamie Oliver Chocolate Mousse 30 Minute Meals

Here’s what happened. I made this Jamie Oliver chocolate mousse one random Tuesday when I couldn’t shake a craving for something thick, dark, and a little reckless. You know that kind of craving. It’s silky and rich—no, heavier than rich. Almost too much. Like spooning into a cloud that’s made of truffle and secrets. And yeah, it only takes half an hour, but it tastes like you planned this for weeks. (inspired by Jamie Oliver)

Ingredients You’ll Need:

• 2 bars (100g each) of good, dark chocolate. Like 70%—the kind that bites back.
• A small lump of butter—maybe a teaspoon, eyeball it
• 2 tablespoons of caster sugar (or superfine, if you’re not in the UK)
• 300ml double cream—heavy cream if you’re stateside
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or the paste, if you’re fancy
• 2 big eggs
• A splash (not a glug) of brandy, Baileys, Grand Marnier, or Armagnac—whatever gets you warm
• Cocoa powder for dusting—don’t skip this
• Some kind of fruit—orange, clementine, strawberries, whatever you have that’s not sad

How To Make Jamie Oliver Chocolate Mousse 30 Minute Meals

1. Start with the chocolate. Don’t bother chopping—just bash the wrapped bars against the counter like you’re mad. Then melt it slow over a pot of simmering water. Add the butter in there too. Stir until it turns glossy and dark, like it’s up to something.
2. In another bowl (or, fine, the one you’ll serve it in), whip the cream with the sugar and vanilla. You want soft peaks. Think… gentle waves, not whipped peaks ready for a mountain photo op.
3. Separate your eggs. Whites in one bowl. Yolks into the cream. Stir. It’ll look like custard and feel like maybe you’ve done something right.
4. Now those whites—beat ’em with a pinch of salt until they stand up tall and proud. Don’t rush. This part matters.
5. Fold the melted chocolate into the creamy yolk mix. Add your liqueur—just a kiss of it. Then, gently—like folding a letter to someone you’re not sure still loves you—mix in the egg whites. Go slow. You’ll see it puff up like it’s breathing.
6. Spoon it into glasses or one big bowl if you like the drama. Set it in the fridge if you can wait. Freezer if you can’t.
7. Right before you serve it? Hit it with cocoa powder and fruit. Let it look a little messy. That’s the point.

Why I Love This Recipe

I wasn’t trying to impress anyone when I first made it. It was just me, the cat, and a cold night. But there was something about the way the chocolate melted, how it hit the cream, that made me feel… better. Like I was giving myself a small win. My mum would’ve loved it. She always said good chocolate should leave you quiet.

Recipe Tips

• Don’t even think about skipping the vanilla. Trust me.
• Warm the chocolate slow. If it burns, it’s over.
• Want it dairy-free? Coconut cream. It’s not the same, but it’s still something.
• No liqueur, No big deal. A little orange zest does magic too.
• Serve with something crunchy if you’ve got it—almond biscuits or toasted nuts.

How To Store This Jamie Oliver Chocolate Mousse 30 Minute Meals

• Room Temp: Nope. Eat it cold.
• Fridge: Cover it. Cling film or just a lid. It’s fine for three days, if it lasts.
• Freezer: I’ve tried. It gets weird. Grainy, like eating chocolate sand.
• Reheating: Please don’t. Just let it be cold and smooth.

Let’s Answer a Few Questions! (FAQs)

Can I use milk chocolate instead?
You can, but… why? It gets too sweet. The edge is gone.

What’s the trick to not burning the chocolate?
Don’t let the bowl touch the water. Stir it like you care.

My mousse was soupy. What gives?
Cream too soft? Egg whites underdone? It’s like building a house—foundation matters.

It’s not setting. Did I ruin it?
Nah. Give it time. Or pop it in the freezer for 10. Still saves the day.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

• Calories: around 275
• Carbs: 22g
• Protein: 3g
• Fat: 21g
• Sugar: 19g
• Fibre: 3g
• Sodium: 30mg

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