Which chocolate dessert is traditionally made with whipped cream and melted chocolate?

Chocolate mousse is traditionally made with whipped cream and melted chocolate.

The dessert has a light, aerated texture because air is incorporated into whipped cream, beaten egg whites, or both. Melted chocolate supplies the main flavour and sets the mixture as it cools.

Recipes vary widely. Some versions use egg yolks, sugar, butter or liqueur, while simpler recipes combine chocolate with whipped cream. The mixture is usually chilled before serving so it becomes softly set.

Chocolate mousse is different from ganache, which is generally a dense mixture of chocolate and cream used as a filling, glaze or frosting. It is also different from a soufflé, which is baked and rises in the oven. These desserts share ingredients but have different textures and preparation methods.