Leftovers Dessert
Transform your leftover baked goods into a show-stopping treat with this irresistible Leftovers Dessert recipe! Perfect for reducing food waste while indulging in a rich and creamy creation, this no-bake recipe layers crumbled cookies or cake with a silky chocolate mousse made from melted chocolate, whipped cream, and tangy cream cheese. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dessert is as quick as it is versatile—customize it with mixed nuts or candy for an added crunch. Ideal for entertaining or savoring a sweet moment at home, this chilled treat is proof that leftovers can be downright luxurious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups leftover cookies or cake
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 ounces milk or dark chocolate
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup mixed nuts or candy (optional)
Instructions
1. Start by crumbling the leftover cookies or cake into a medium bowl. Use your hands or a fork to break them down into small pieces.
2. In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the chocolate in 15-30 second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
4. Gently fold the melted chocolate into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
5. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, then carefully fold it into the cream cheese and chocolate mixture to create a fluffy mousse.
6. Layer the dessert in serving glasses or bowls: start with a base of crumbled cookies or cake, followed by a layer of chocolate mousse. Repeat until the glasses are filled or you're out of ingredients.
7. If using mixed nuts or candy, sprinkle them on top of your layered dessert for added texture and flavor.
8. Refrigerate the dessert for at least 1 hour to chill and set before serving.
9. Serve chilled and enjoy your deliciously repurposed Leftovers Dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5004 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 330.3 g | 423% | |
| Saturated Fat | 149.4 g | 747% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 552 mg | 184% | |
| Sodium | 2142 mg | 93% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 435.0 g | 158% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.4 g | 101% | |
| Total Sugars | 275.4 g | ||
| Protein | 68.9 g | 138% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 617 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 15.4 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 1879 mg | 40% | |
*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.
