CHOCOLATE MOUSSE 
1 tsp. unflavored gelatin
1 tbsp. cold water
2 tbsp. boiling water
1/2 c. sugar
1/4 c. Hershey's cocoa
1 c. chilled whipping cream
1 tsp. vanilla extract

In small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand 1 minute to soften. Add boiling water; stir until gelatin is completely dissolved and mixture is clear. Cool slightly.

In small cold mixer bowl, stir together sugar and cocoa; add whipping cream and vanilla. Beat at medium speed, scraping bottom of bowl occasionally, until stiff peaks form; pour in gelatin mixture and beat until well blended. Spoon into serving dishes. Chill about 1/2 hour. 4 (1/2 cup) servings.

To double: Use 1 envelope gelatin; double remaining ingredients. Use large cold mixer bowl.

 

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