One Ingredient Chocolate Mousse

This viral One Ingredient Chocolate Mousse recipe is viral for a reason! We don’t know who came up with the brilliant idea of blending chocolate chips with water and refrigerating the mixture overnight to make mousse, but whoever it was, we wish them nothing but green lights and smooth traffic for the rest of their lives.

Seriously though, it doesn’t get any simpler than this! If you love creamy and light desserts like us but aren’t much of a baker, this is going to be your holy grail. Just 5 minutes of prep time, and you’ll have the most decadent, silky-smooth chocolate mousse that’s low in calories but still satisfies your sweet tooth.

What stands out

The chocolate chips give the mousse a deep, rich chocolate flavor while the blending process and overnight refrigeration result in a velvety smooth texture that’s both light and airy, yet firm but soft. Despite not being made with traditional mousse ingredients like eggs and cream, this melt-in-your-mouth chocolate mousse will taste and feel like you’ve spent hours in the kitchen preparing it.

The best part is, it’s only made with two simple ingredients, so it’s naturally gluten and dairy-free.

How to Prepare One Ingredient Chocolate Mousse

Blend 1/2 cup of chocolate chips in a blender with 2/3 cup of water for 2 minutes.

Then pour the mixture into ramekins.

Refrigerate One Ingredient Chocolate Mousse overnight or until set.

Kitchen tip

Be sure that you blend the chocolate chips and water mixture thoroughly until smooth. This step is important to achieve a silky and creamy texture in the mousse.

Swaps

Remember if you are changing or adding ingredients you may have to experiment and adjust the quantities.

1. Add chopped fruits such as strawberries, raspberries, or bananas as toppings after it has set.
2. Incorporate spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, or cardamom to your mouse when you blend it.
3. Replace some of the water with brewed coffee for a mocha-flavored pudding.
4. Swap out the water with milk (dairy or plant-based) for a creamier texture.
5. If you want a vegan or non-dairy One Ingredient Chocolate Mousse, opt for dairy-free chocolate chips.
6. Experiment with different flavor extracts such as vanilla, almond, mint, or orange.

Serve it with

• A generous dollop of whipped cream
• Fresh berries such as strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries
• A scoop of vanilla or chocolate ice cream for a classic dessert pairing
• A garnish of mint

Questions

strong How do we ensure the chocolate pudding sets properly?

Make sure to refrigerate the mousse for the recommended time, preferably overnight, to allow it to set completely. If your mousse isn’t set after one night, it may need more time in the refrigerator.

strong Can we use milk instead of water for a creamier texture?

Yes, you can try using milk (dairy or non-dairy) instead of water for a creamier mousse. Remember, if you are changing or adding ingredients, you may have to experiment and adjust the quantities. If you don’t mind dairy, feel free to also try our a mark Healthy Chocolate Mousse recipe!

strong How long can we store One Ingredient chocolate Mousse in the refrigerator?

The pudding can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days, but make sure to cover the ramekins with plastic wrap or lids to prevent it from absorbing other odors.

What if we want a sweeter chocolate Mousse?

You can certainly try adding a sweetener like honey or stevia to the mousse (we have not tried) when you blend it or use semi-sweet chocolate chips.

Ingredients

Makes 2 servings

• ½ cup chocolate chips, I like dark
• ⅔ cups water, cold

Equipment

• Blender
• Liquid Measuring Cup
• Measuring Cups + Spoons
• Dessert Cups

Method

1. Add the chocolate chips and water to a blender. Blend for 2 minutes or until smooth but bubbly.
2. Pour into ramekins and refrigerate overnight.
3. Enjoy with chocolate shavings, as is, or with a scoop of vanilla ice- cream!