Recipe: Raspberry Kissed Chocolate Mousse

I saw this picture and recipe being shared around my Facebook friends’ feeds, so I knew I had to share it with you all! Poor Mr. Food passed away, but his legacy lives on through his amazing and simple recipes. This Raspberry Kissed Chocolate Mousse would be PERFECT for Valentine’s Day, Sweetest Day, or an anniversary (or anytime!).

Ingredients:

• 1 (12-oz.) pkg. semisweet chocolate chips
• 4 oz. cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1/2 cup confectioners sugar
• 1 1/2 cups frozen raspberries
• 2 Tbsp. granulated sugar

Directions:
1. In a saucepan, melt the chocolate over low heat until smooth, stirring constantly. Spoon into a large bowl and stir in cream cheese until thoroughly mixed.
2. In another large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat heavy cream and confectioners’ sugar until soft peaks form. Spoon the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture and beat on low, just until thoroughly combined.
3. Spoon into individual dessert dishes, cover and refrigerate 2 to 3 hours or until firm.
4. In a small saucepan combine raspberries and sugar. Cook over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, or until fruit breaks down and sauce has thickened, stirring occasionally.
5. Let cool and refrigerate until chilled. When ready to serve, spoon raspberry sauce on top of chocolate mousse.

Optional: Garnish with whipped cream and chocolate curls.