Updated 06.13.25
The banana is mashed smooth before the melted dark chocolate folds in, followed by the whipped cream. No eggs, no tempering, no water bath, this is a mousse built for two that comes together in one bowl and sets in the fridge while you eat dinner. The lemon juice keeps the banana from going brown and adds a brightness that stops the whole thing from feeling too rich.
Served in two small bowls, it is the kind of dessert that prompts the question of what exactly is in it. The banana is present but not obvious, the coffee is there but unnamed, and the result tastes like a better version of chocolate mousse than the standard recipe produces. Which it is.
This delightful treat for two offers a perfect balance of sweetness and decadence, making it a simple yet impressive dessert for any occasion. It’s the kind of dessert that feels thoughtful without being fussy.
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Key Ingredient in This Recipe
You’ll find the complete list of ingredients and exact quantities in the recipe below.
- Cream – Whipping cream will do, heavy cream is not required.
- Sugar – Sweet desserts often require sugar,
- Banana – One of the two major flavor contributors to this dessert.
- Lemon juice – This add just enough acidity to balance the bitter and the sweet. And it will prevent the bananas from turning brown (which is not really an issue as it will be combined with brown chocolate).
- Chocolate – I love dark chocolate, especially in this recipe as its bitterness is nicely contrasting with the sweetness of the banana. You can use chocolate bars or nibs.
- Instant (espresso) coffee – Adding a little bit of coffee to chocolate enhances the flavor of the chocolate. Don’t skip this.
A short video will give you an idea how to make this Banana Chocolate Mousse for two. Followed by step-by-step instructions.
How to Make Banana Chocolate Mousse
To create the Banana Chocolate Mousse you make 3 mixtures and mix those.
Step 1 – Whip the cream and sugar – Start with very cold whipping cream. I often see recommendations for using a cold bowl, but I don’t really see the reason for that. As soon as you done whipping the cream, place the bowl in the fridge until you need it. Even if it is for a few minutes. Whip the cream for this recipe into soft peaks, not stiff peaks.
Step 2 – Mash the bananas – Using a fork, mash the bananas and add the lemon juice and mix.
Reserve a few thin slices of banana for your decoration.
Step 3 – Melt the chocolate – Cut the chocolate in small pieces (the smaller the easier it melts). Add the instant coffee that is dissolved in just a tiny bit of warm water, making concentrated coffee.
Step 4a – Add chocolate mix and bananas mix to cream and fold. Don’t over-mix it. The more you work it, the more the air that was incorporated into the cream is lost.
Step 4b – This is what the banana chocolate mousse looks like after mixing. Airy, consistent color and the only pieces you see is the banana, not the chocolate.
- Divide over bowls and decorate with slices of banana and chocolate shavings or sprinkles.
Mmmm … take your time and allow each spoonful to melt on your tongue and let it fill your stomach with happy feelings.
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Banana Chocolate Mousse
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- 1/4 cup whipping cream
- 1/2 ounce sugar
- 1 banana
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 ounces chocolate (NOTE 1), dark
- 1/2 tablespoon instant coffee
Instructions
- Pour well-chilled cream in a bowl, add the sugar and beat the cream to a consistency that it barely holds mounds, using an electric hand mixer or balloon whisk.
- Peel the bananas and mash them finely with a fork; add the lemon juice and incorporate this into the banana mousse. Reserve a few thin slices of banana for your decoration. Add a few drops of lemon juice to the reserved banana slices to avoid them from turning brown.
- Cut the chocolate into chunks and shards with a serrated knife. Melt the chocolate in a microwave or au-bain-marie on a stove, until the chocolate is completely melted and has a smooth consistency. Add the instant coffee that is dissolved in just a tiny bit of warm water, making concentrated coffee. (NOTE 2)
- Add the cooled melted chocolate, the banana-lemon mash to the whipped cream and fold it together. Don't over-mix as you may lose the incorporated air.
- Divide the banana chocolate mousse over 2 dessert bowls. Place the bowls in the refrigerator to cool them down completely.
- Decorate the banana chocolate mousse with slices of banana and chocolate shavings, just before serving.
Notes
- You can also use bittersweet chocolate or a mixture. All depending on what type of chocolate you want. Chocolate on its own is gluten-free. However, some manufacturers may add ingredients that do contain gluten if they want to obtain a particular flavor.
- I like to melt the chocolate to a smooth texture, but if you like some crunch, don’t melt all the chocolate, but keep some chocolate pieces behind and add those when you mix it all together and the mousse will have tiny chocolate pieces.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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