Indulge in the rich, creamy decadence of Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse, a perfect marriage of smooth milk chocolate and luscious peanut butter. This irresistible dessert combines the silkiness of whipped cream with the nutty sweetness of peanut butter, balanced by just a hint of vanilla and a touch of salt for depth. The mousse is light and airy, thanks to delicate folding techniques, and sets to perfection in the refrigerator for a melt-in-your-mouth experience. Garnished with optional chocolate shavings and roasted peanuts, this no-bake treat makes an elegant dinner party finale or an indulgent personal indulgence. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep, this chocolate and peanut butter mousse delivers gourmet flavor with minimal effort.
Chop the milk chocolate into small pieces and place it in a heatproof bowl.
Melt the chocolate using a double boiler or in the microwave in 20-30 second intervals, stirring each time until fully melted and smooth. Let it cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to whip the heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form (this usually takes 2-3 minutes). Transfer about 1/3 of the whipped cream to a separate bowl and set aside for folding in later.
To the remaining whipped cream, add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, peanut butter, and salt. Mix on low speed until fully combined.
Gently fold the melted milk chocolate into the peanut butter mixture. Use a spatula and fold until there are no streaks of chocolate left.
Finally, fold in the reserved 1/3 whipped cream to lighten the mousse further. Be careful not to overmix to maintain the airy texture.
Divide the mousse evenly into serving glasses or ramekins. Smooth the tops with a spatula or the back of a spoon.
Chill the mousse in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours, or until firm.
Before serving, garnish with chocolate shavings and roasted peanuts, if desired.
Calories |
3042 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 226.5 g | 290% | |
| Saturated Fat | 111.6 g | 558% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 356 mg | 119% | |
| Sodium | 1359 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 190.0 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.3 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 163.0 g | ||
| Protein | 44.9 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 367 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1543 mg | 33% | |
*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.