Parisian Chocolate Mousse II

Description
Jersey Fresh Recipes, public domain government resource, recipe contributed by Linda Robinson—original source of recipe

Ingredients

 * 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate
 * 4 eggs, separated
 * 2 tsp vanilla
 * ¼ tsp salt
 * 2 tbsp strong coffee
 * ¾ cup heavy cream, whipped
 * 1½ tsp sugar

Directions

 * 1) Combine chocolate, salt, and coffee in top of double boiler.
 * 2) Stir until melted.
 * 3) Beat egg yolks until very light.
 * 4) Gradually beat in chocolate.
 * 5) Stir in vanilla.
 * 6) Cool to room temperature.
 * 7) Beat egg whites until stiff but not dry.
 * 8) Fold into chocolate mixture.
 * 9) Whip cream and sugar.
 * 10) Fold in half of whipped cream.
 * 11) Spoon into serving dish.
 * 12) Chill.
 * 13) Decorate with remaining whipped cream.