Greenstreet’s Chocolate Mousse

From Greenstreet Restaurant, Greenwich, Connecticut. Artie Johansen, chef

Difficulty: Average
Make Ahead
Serves 12

Ingredients:

• 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate
• 4 eggs, separated
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 3/4 pound cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups heavy cream
• whipped cream for garnish

Instructions:

1. Melt chocolate in top of double boiler over moderate heat.
2. After smooth and melted, set aside to cool slightly.
3. Beat egg yolks until frothy, and gradually add the sugar, beating until light in color.
4. Slowly add melted chocolate and beat until smooth and well blended.
5. Add the softened cream cheese and blend well.
6. Whip cream until firm, being careful not to overwhip.
7. Fold whipped cream in 2 additions into chocolate mixture.
8. Beat egg whites until stiff but not dry.
9. Fold 3 spoonfuls of chocolate mixture into egg whites, then in 3 additions gently fold the egg whites into the chocolate mixture.
10. Place the mousse in 12 parfait glasses and chill until firm.
11. Garnish with a dollop of whipped cream.