Best Chocolate Mousse

The question of whether or not chocolate is an addictive substance always rises discusion I can only say this chocolate mousse is addictive and delicious, have been doing it for years and always rises the same question, can I have just a little more?

300 grs semisweet chocolate, chopped into small pieces.

4 Tbsp brandy or Cognac

450ml. whipping cream

4 eggs, separated

chocolate curls for decoration

Melt Chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over pan of barely simmering water, stirring until smooth

At the same time in a saucepan heat the whipping cream and pour it to the bowl just before boiling point.

Add chocolate little by little until completely incorporated

Add egg yolks one by one and beat until thick and creamy

Add brandy or cognac and continue beating

Separately beat the egg whites until frothy and soft peaks form

Using a metal spoon stir a quarter of the chocolate mixture into the egg whites

Gradually fold the remaining chocolate.

Pour into a serving bowl

Sprinkle chocolate curls

Refrigerate 1 hour

Serve and enjoy!