Classic Chocolate Mousse

There are a lot of mousse recipes out there. This is the one i prefer. Easy to make and so good. It makes me happy!!

For mousse: heat whipping cream gently in double-boiler or small saucepan until it comes to a simmer.

Remove from heat and add chocolate.

Stir until the chocolate has completely melted.

Whisk in the egg yolks and brandy.

Set aside to cool completely.

Beat 1 / 3 cup cream , sugar and vanilla in medium bowl to stiff peaks.

Fold into cooled chocolate mixture.

Spoon into wineglasses.

Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm , about 3 hours.

For cream: beat cream , sugar and brandy in medium bowl to soft peaks.

Top mousse with dollops of cream.

semisweet chocolate, whipping cream, egg yolks, brandy, sugar, vanilla extract