Mini Chocolate Mousse Cups
Delight in these rich and creamy mini chocolate mousse cups, perfect for a sophisticated dessert or special occasion.
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 cup chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed (Oreos or similar)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Chocolate filling
- 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream, cold
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch salt
Topping
- 1/2 cup heavy cream, cold (for topping)
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (for topping)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (for topping)
Garnishes (optional)
- Chocolate shavings or curls Chocolate shavings or curls (optional garnish)
- Fresh berries Fresh berries (optional garnish)
- Mini chocolate chips Mini chocolate chips (optional garnish)
- Crushed nuts Crushed nuts (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Mix crushed cookies with melted butter to form a crust. Press into mini cups and set aside.
- Melt chopped chocolate until smooth; let cool slightly.
- Whip 1 cup heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form. Fold in cooled chocolate and salt.
- Pipe or spoon mousse over cookie bases. Whip topping cream and add on top. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Garnish with optional toppings before serving.
Notes
Ensure to chill the mousse for best texture and flavor.