Mint Mousse

 

When I read the long list of uses for mint jelly, the only one Wayne thought was worth considering was Watermelon Granita. Then he suggested adding it to chocolate mousse, so I did. I thought beating it into the cream while whipping would be satisfactory; however, it never really blended. We still have jelly to use, so next time I'll melt it with the chocolate chips. This time I used two tablespoons; next time I'll try 1/4 cup*. Oh, and I was told I should get some extra whipped cream to dollop on top!

Mint Chocolate Mousse

• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 cup chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup mint apple jelly
• 2 egg whites
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 3/4 cup heavy cream

Combine milk and chocolate chips in a bowl; microwave on high for one minute. Stir in apple jelly and mix until blended. Cool to room temperature.

Beat egg whites and sugar in a double-boiler (over hot water) until stiff. Cool to room temperature.

Beat cream until light and fluffy. Blend in chocolate mixture. Fold in egg whites. Spoon into serving dishes and chill for a few hours.

*Edited 06/21/2026 - There were only two tablespoons left in our jar of mint jelly, so that's what I used (instead of 1/4 cup). I added it to the chocolate chip mixture while it was still warm and it mostly melted. At least it wasn't as "clumpy" as when I whipped it with the cream. However, it would probably be wise to try melting the jelly on its own before incorporating it into the other ingredients. That's not likely to happen, though. We purchased this jar for my father-in-law's Easter lamb. Since he is no longer with us, and we don't care for mint jelly, we're not planning on buying it ever again!