Step #2 In separate pan, simmer sugar & water until temperature on a candy thermometer reaches 224 to 230°F.
Step #3 , soft ball stage.
Step #4 (Remove from heat at 224°F; mixture will begin to caramelize at 232°F.
Step #5 ).
Step #6 Whip egg whites until stiff & glossy.
Step #7 Add sugar syrup to whites & continue to whip about 8 mins until eggs have increased in volume & mixture has cooled; fold into chocolate mixture.
Step #8 Whip heavy cream & sugar until stiff peaks form.
Step #9 Mix with chocolate mixture/eggs/sugar syrup mixture.
Step #10 Pour mousse into molds or serving dish.
Step #11 Allow to set in fridge.
Step #12 Garnish with chocolate shavings & fresh seasonal berries.