Parisian Chocolate Mousse

Description
Jersey Fresh Recipes, public domain government resource, recipe contributed by Marilyn Godwin—original source of recipe
 * Serves: 8

Ingredients

 * 8 ounces sweet cooking chocolate
 * 5 eggs, separated
 * ¼ cup strong coffee
 * 1 tsp vanilla
 * whipped cream to decorate

Directions

 * 1) Melt chocolate in double boiler, add coffee, stir occasionally.
 * 2) Cool.
 * 3) Beat in egg yolks one at a time, beating well after each addition.
 * 4) Stir in vanilla.
 * 5) Beat egg whites until stiff but not dry.
 * 6) Fold egg whites into chocolate mixture.
 * 7) Pile into soufflé dishes and decorate with whipped cream just before serving.
 * 8) Chill at least 8 hours before serving.