Bailey's Chocolate Mousse Recipe

INGREDIENTS

2 tsp. unflavored gelatin

2 Tbsp. cold water

¼ c. boiling water

½ c. sugar

2 Tbsp. cocoa powder (for a more intense chocolate flavor, add 1 additional Tbsp.)

1½ c. heavy cream, very cold

½ c. Baileys Irish Cream, very cold

1 tsp. vanilla

INSTRUCTIONS

1. *Before beginning, prep bowl and beaters by placing in the freezer for 15-20 minutes to chill.*
2. Sprinkle gelatin over cold water in small bowl; stir and let stand 1 minute to soften.
3. Add boiling water; stir until gelatin is completely dissolved. Let stand to cool.
4. Stir together sugar and cocoa in a large mixing bowl; add heavy cream.
5. Beat at medium-high speed until stiff peaks form; gradually pour in Baileys, vanilla, and gelatin mixture, beating continuously at high speed until well-blended and soft peaks form.
6. Let stand 5 minutes to thicken.
7. Spoon into serving dishes and place in refrigerator to chill. (*For a faster setting mousse, chill bowls before filling.)
8. Chill 1 hour or until ready to serve.

Original recipe and more pictures visit: Bailey's Chocolate Mousse @ lemontreedwelling.com

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