Chocolate Mousse

Directions

1. 1
   Line sides and bottom of spring-form pan with ladyfingers. Combine chocolate bits, sugar and 1/2 cup cold water over low heat. Stir until melted and beat until smooth.
2. 2
   Cool slightly and add vanilla.
3. 3
   In a large bowl, beat egg yolks slightly.
4. 4
   Gradually, add chocolate mixture until thick.
5. 5
   Beat 8 egg whites until stiff. Fold beaten egg whites in chocolate mixture with spatula.
6. 6
   Spread over first layer of ladyfingers and repeat until mixture is used. Refrigerate 4 hours.
7. 7
   Can be made the day before also.
8. 8
   This is a rich, delicious dessert, easy to make.