Description
This is truly the easiest and best mousse recipe—made with only 2 ingredients! In just minutes, you’ll have a light, creamy, and decadent dessert that feels fancy but takes almost no effort. Perfect for last-minute entertaining or an everyday indulgence.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream, cold
- 1 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips (or chopped good-quality chocolate)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips slowly, stirring until smooth. Let it cool slightly but not harden.
- In a large mixing bowl, whip the cold heavy cream with a hand mixer or stand mixer until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the melted chocolate into the whipped cream until fully combined and smooth.
- Spoon into serving glasses or bowls and chill for at least 1 hour.
- Serve as is, or top with shaved chocolate, berries, or whipped cream.
Notes
- Use milk chocolate for a sweeter version or dark chocolate for a richer taste.
- Can be piped into tart shells or layered with fruit in parfaits.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
