Ingredients
For the strawberry compote:
2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries
2-3 tablespoons brown sugar (adjust to taste)
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the chocolate mousse:
5 oz dark chocolate (50-70%), chopped
2 tablespoons coconut butter
3 eggs, separated
2 tablespoons sugar (optional, depending on chocolate sweetness)
1/2 cup sour cream
Pinch of salt
Instructions
Make the Strawberry Compote
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine strawberries, sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Cook for 5–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until berries are soft and syrupy. Let it cool completely.
- Refrigerate if making ahead.
Make the Chocolate Mousse
- Melt chocolate and coconut butter gently in a heatproof bowl over simmering water (double boiler) or in the microwave in short bursts.
- Stir until smooth, then cool slightly.
- Whisk egg yolks into the cooled chocolate.
- In a separate bowl, beat egg whites with a pinch of salt until soft peaks form.
- Add sugar gradually (if using), beating until glossy.
- Fold egg whites into the chocolate mixture in batches.
- Gently fold in the sour cream until well combined and fluffy.
- Spoon strawberry compote into the bottom of serving glasses or jars.
- Top with chocolate mousse.
- Chill for at least 2 hours until set.
- Garnish with fresh strawberries, grated chocolate, mint, or a dollop of cream if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sweet Treats