Sweetened heavy cream is flavored with cocoa, whipped with gelatin and chilled for a cool chocolate mousse.
INGREDIENTS (for 4 servings):
- 1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin
- 1 tablespoon cold water
- 2 tablespoons boiling water
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/4 cup HERSHEY®'S Cocoa Powder
- 1 cup heavy cream, chilled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
PREPARATION:
In small cup, 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.
Stir together sugar and cocoa in medium bowl; add whipping cream and vanilla. Beat on medium speed of electric mixer, scraping bottom of bowl occasionally, until mixture is stiff. Pour in gelatin mixture; beat until well blended. Spoon into serving dishes.
Refrigerate about 30 minutes before serving. Garnish as desired. Cover; refrigerate leftover desserts.