Name: The Easiest Chocolate Mousse (Gluten-Free)
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 4 h 20 min
Yield: About 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup cold heavy cream; 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/4 cup water; 6 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped (about 1 cup chocolate chips); 2 large eggs (preferably pasteurized eggs); 1/2 tsp espresso powder or instant coffee, optional; 2 tbsp bourbon, rum, brandy, or Grand Marnier, optional * (see Gluten-Free notes above); 1/2 cup cold heavy cream; 2 to 3 tsp powdered sugar; 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract; Fresh mint sprigs, for garnishing