Ingredients
- 4 tbls water in metal bowl
- 3 egg yolks
- 2 tbls water in bowl
- 1 1/4 c whipping cream
- 8 oz bittersweet chocolate
- 6 tb water
- 2 tb brandy
- 2 tb sugar
- 2 tb butter (unsalted)
Immediately remove from water and whisk until cool. Stir into chocolate mixture. Whip cream in large, chilled bowl until nearly stiff. Gently fold into chocolate mixture. Divide mousse among 6 or 7 ramekins or dessert glasses. Cover and refrigerate 3 hours before serving.