This chocolate ricotta mousse is so rich and creamy, it's a deliciously light way to satisfy anyone's chocolate craving. Perfect for Valentine's Day or simply dessert on any day.
Prep Time: 12 minutesmins
Cook Time: 3 minutesmins
Chill Time: 3 hourshrs
Total Time: 3 hourshrs15 minutesmins
Yield: 6servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients
2cupspart-skim ricotta
3tbspunsweetened cocoa powder
2large egg whites(room temperature)
1/2cupsugar
pinchof salt
Instructions
In a food processor (or blender should work) blend ricotta and cocoa powder until completely smooth.
Transfer to a large bowl.
Place egg whites, sugar, salt in a medium heatproof mixing bowl (metal) and place bowl on top of a pot of simmering water.
Cook and whisk constantly until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is warm, about 3 minutes.
Remove bowl from heat and beat with an electric mixer on high, until stiff peaks form (about 5 minutes).
Using a rubber spatula, gently fold egg white mixture into the bowl with ricotta until well combined.
Divide into 6 6 oz ramekins or small bowls and refrigerate at least 3 hours.