Divine Chocolate Dream Dessert
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate lover's fantasy with this Divine Chocolate Dream Dessert—a no-bake masterpiece that combines a crunchy chocolate cookie crust with a luscious, airy chocolate mousse. This decadent treat begins with crushed chocolate sandwich cookies, bound together by rich melted butter to create the perfect base. The velvety mousse is crafted from semi-sweet chocolate and freshly whipped cream, resulting in a delightfully smooth texture that melts in your mouth. Topped with a cloud of whipped cream and elegant garnishes of chocolate shavings or cocoa powder, this dessert is as visually stunning as it is irresistible. Ready in just 30 minutes of prep (plus refrigeration), this recipe is perfect for entertaining or satisfying your most indulgent dessert cravings. Serve chilled and get ready to wow your guests with this heavenly chocolate creation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 20 pieces Chocolate sandwich cookies
- 5 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 1.5 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Whipped cream (optional for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder (optional for garnish)
Instructions
1. Prepare the crust: Place the chocolate sandwich cookies in a food processor and pulse until finely crushed. Alternatively, place them in a sealed plastic bag and crush using a rolling pin.
2. Mix the cookie crumbs with melted butter in a medium bowl until the mixture resembles wet sand.
3. Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch round pie dish or dessert pan to form an even crust. Refrigerate while preparing the mousse filling.
4. Melt the chocolate: In a heatproof bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips using a double boiler over gently simmering water, stirring continuously until smooth. Allow the melted chocolate to cool slightly.
5. Prepare the whipped cream: In a large mixing bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream and granulated sugar with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to over-whip.
6. Make the chocolate mousse: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cooled melted chocolate in thirds. Add the vanilla extract and continue folding until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
7. Assemble the dessert: Spread the chocolate mousse evenly over the chilled cookie crust, smoothing out the top with a spatula. Refrigerate the dessert for at least 2 hours or until set.
8. Before serving, whip the remaining 1 cup of heavy cream into soft peaks and spread or pipe it over the set mousse layer for a decorative finish.
9. Garnish with chocolate shavings, cocoa powder, or both, if desired. Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy your Divine Chocolate Dream Dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7037 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 466.2 g | 598% | |
| Saturated Fat | 243.3 g | 1216% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 753 mg | 251% | |
| Sodium | 2904 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 705.9 g | 257% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.4 g | 134% | |
| Total Sugars | 451.5 g | ||
| Protein | 40.2 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 298 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 30.3 mg | 168% | |
| Potassium | 1119 mg | 24% | |
*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.
