Chocolate Mousse Napoleons
Indulge in the ultimate dessert decadence with these Chocolate Mousse Napoleons—a perfect blend of flaky, golden puff pastry and luscious, velvety chocolate mousse. This elegant recipe transforms simple ingredients like frozen puff pastry sheets, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and heavy cream into a show-stopping dessert that’s surprisingly easy to make. Each Napoleon is carefully layered with creamy chocolate mousse and finished with a dusting of powdered sugar and optional cocoa powder for an irresistible touch of elegance. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser that combines texture, flavor, and visual appeal. Ready in under an hour and perfect for any chocolate lover, these Napoleons are sure to become a go-to favorite for special occasions!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 package (2 sheets) Frozen puff pastry sheets
- 2.5 cups Heavy cream
- 6 ounces Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Unsweetened cocoa powder (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Thaw the puff pastry sheets according to the package instructions and cut each sheet into 12 equal rectangles. You should have 24 rectangles in total.
Place the puff pastry rectangles on the prepared baking sheets. Use a fork to prick holes evenly across each piece to prevent excessive puffing during baking.
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the puff pastry is golden and crisp. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack.
While the puff pastry cools, prepare the chocolate mousse. Heat 1/2 cup of heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just starts to simmer (do not boil).
Remove the cream from heat and add the semi-sweet chocolate chips. Let sit for 1-2 minutes, then whisk until smooth and glossy. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the remaining 2 cups of heavy cream, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold the cooled chocolate mixture into the whipped cream until fully incorporated, creating a light and fluffy chocolate mousse.
To assemble the Napoleons, place one puff pastry rectangle on a serving plate. Pipe or spoon a layer of chocolate mousse onto the pastry, then top with another puff pastry rectangle. Add another layer of mousse and finish with a third puff pastry rectangle.
Repeat the process to create six Napoleons. Dust the tops with powdered sugar and, if desired, a light sprinkle of cocoa powder for garnish.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3515 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 281.0 g | 360% | |
| Saturated Fat | 157.6 g | 788% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 600 mg | 200% | |
| Sodium | 640 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 210.6 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 132.2 g | ||
| Protein | 18.6 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 126 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
