Chocolate Mousse Cups Recipe
These Chocolate Mousse Cups are smooth, creamy, and full of rich chocolate flavor. Made with chocolate, whipped cream, and a few simple ingredients, they're an easy no-bake dessert that can be prepared ahead of time. Serve them chilled with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries for a simple chocolate treat.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Microwave Safe Bowl
- Rubber Spatula
- Whisk
- Dessert Cups
- Piping bag (optional)
Ingredients
- 1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ cups heavy whipping cream divided
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
Instructions
- Place the chocolate chips and butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in short intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and allow the chocolate mixture to cool slightly.
- In a chilled bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cooled chocolate mixture until smooth and airy.
- In a separate bowl, whip the remaining heavy cream with the powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Fold half of the sweetened whipped cream into the chocolate mixture to create a light mousse.
- Spoon or pipe the mousse into serving cups.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until fully set.
- Top with the remaining whipped cream just before serving.
- Dust with cocoa powder or chocolate shavings and enjoy chilled.
