Description

Peppermint Mocha Mousse is a rich, creamy, and easy dessert that feels festive enough for the holidays but simple enough to make anytime you want a chocolate treat with a cool minty finish. This easy recipe combines smooth chocolate, a hint of coffee, and refreshing peppermint into a fluffy no-bake dessert that works beautifully for dinner parties, Christmas gatherings, date nights, and make-ahead dessert ideas. If you love easy dessert recipes, chocolate mousse, holiday desserts, or sweet food ideas that look elegant with minimal effort, this one is a must-try.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups heavy cream, divided

4 ounces cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup powdered sugar

1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, melted and slightly cooled

1 teaspoon instant espresso powder

1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 pinch salt

1/2 cup whipped cream, for topping

2 tablespoons chocolate shavings or crushed candy canes, for garnish

mint leaves, optional for garnish

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Instructions

1. Melt the semi-sweet chocolate until smooth, then let it cool slightly.

2. In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, espresso powder, peppermint extract, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.

3. Mix the melted chocolate into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined and glossy.

4. In a separate chilled bowl, whip 1 1/4 cups of the heavy cream until soft to medium peaks form.

5. Fold a small spoonful of whipped cream into the chocolate mixture to loosen it.

6. Gently fold in the remaining whipped cream in batches until the mousse is light and airy.

7. Spoon or pipe the mousse into 6 small dessert glasses or jars.

8. Chill for at least 2 hours until set.

9. Whip the remaining 1/4 cup heavy cream if needed for topping, or use prepared whipped cream.

10. Garnish with whipped cream, chocolate shavings or crushed candy canes, and mint leaves before serving.

Notes

Do not overwhip the cream or stir too aggressively when folding, or the mousse can turn dense instead of staying light and silky.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 345
Sugar: 21g
Sodium: 95mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 17g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 72mg