Mocha Chocolate Mousse

Ingredients

• 12 oz bittersweet chcolate baking bars (60% cacao), chopped
• 2/3 cup strong brewed coffee
• 1/4 cup bourbon
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp reduced sodium soy sauce
• 1 2/3 cups heavy cream, divided
• 1/4 cup sugar

Instructions

1. Microwave chocolate in a large microwave safe bowl on high for 1 minute or until slightly melted.
2. Bring coffee, next 3 ingredients, and 2/3 cup cream to a simmer in a small saucepan over medium heat. Pour cream mixture over chocolate in bowl. Let stand 15 seconds then stir until smooth. Cool completely (about 30 minutes).
3. Beat remaining 1 cup cream at high speed until foamy. Gradually add sugar, beating until soft peaks form.
4. Stir in 1/2 cup coffee mixture until blended. Then gradually fold in remaining coffee mixture. (Mixture will be loose.)
5. Spoon chocolate mixture into a shallow 2 quart bowl or 6 8-10 oz glasses. Cover with plastic wrap and chill 2-3 hours. Serve with cookies and toppings if desired. May be stored in refrigerator prepared up to 2 days.