When mousse first hit the culinary scene in 1894 it was reserved for savory dishes like fish and vegetables. Then in the early 1900′s the famous French artist Toulouse Lautrec had the brilliant idea of mixing in chocolate to the graceful and airy invention.

When did chocolate mousse come out?

The United States first became acquainted with chocolate mousse at a Food Exposition held at Madison Square Garden in New York City in 1892. It became more popular with the public in the 1930s, when chocolate pudding mixes began to be popular.

When was mousse invented?

Mousse originated in the 18th century in France, where the word mousse translates as “foam,” describing the airy texture of mousse.