Chocolate Mousse

In a small saucepan, combine 3/4 cup sugar & water. Bring to a simmer, stirring, until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat.

Add the chocolate. Whisk until mixture is completely melted & smooth. Whisk in coffee. Pour in large bowl & set aside.

In medium mixing bowl, using an electric mixer set on high speed, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in remaining sugar until stiff, but not dry, peaks form.

Whisk 1/4 of beaten egg whites into chocolate mixture. Fold in remaining whites, then the whipped topping.

Pour mousse into dessert dishes. Cover with plastic wrap & chill for at least 4 hrs. Can garnish with additional whipped topping, berries, or walnuts, if desired.