Easy Chocolate Mousse Like Dessert
Indulge in the silky richness of this Easy Chocolate Mousse-Like Dessert, a quick and delightful treat that feels gourmet without the fuss. With just five simple ingredients—semi-sweet chocolate chips, creamy heavy cream, a touch of powdered sugar, fragrant vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt—this dessert comes together in just 20 minutes of prep and cook time. The key to its airy, luscious texture is folding smooth melted chocolate into freshly whipped cream, creating a perfect harmony of lightness and decadence. Chill the mousse to set, then serve it in elegant glasses topped with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries. It’s an effortless yet impressive no-bake dessert ideal for dinner parties, romantic evenings, or satisfying your chocolate cravings. Perfect for chocoholics and easy dessert lovers alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
Instructions
In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips gently over low heat or in 30-second increments, stirring frequently until smooth. Let the melted chocolate cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
In a large mixing bowl, pour 1 cup of heavy cream. Beat the cream with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the whipped cream. Continue to beat until stiff peaks form; set aside.
In a separate bowl, pour the remaining 1/2 cup of heavy cream. Mix the cooled, melted chocolate into the cream, stirring evenly until smooth.
Fold the chocolate mixture gently into the whipped cream mixture using a spatula. Be careful not to deflate the whipped cream while incorporating the chocolate.
Divide the mousse-like mixture into serving glasses or bowls. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, allowing the dessert to set.
Serve chilled, garnished with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries if desired. Enjoy your luxurious chocolate dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2064 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 165.3 g | 212% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.3 g | 501% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 360 mg | 120% | |
| Sodium | 260 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 128.8 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 105.9 g | ||
| Protein | 11.3 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 9 mg | 0% | |
*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.
