Easy Chocolate Mousse
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4.9
Easy Chocolate Mousse
Description
The main components of this mousse are instant chocolate pudding powder combined with unsweetened cocoa powder to enhance the chocolate flavor, and a generous amount of heavy whipping cream for richness and lightness. Whipping these together with an electric mixer incorporates air, producing a mousse that is smooth and airy.
Once whipped, the mixture can be spooned or piped into serving dishes and enjoyed immediately or refrigerated to chill. The optional whipped topping or fresh garnishes can complement the mousse’s chocolate flavor and add visual appeal. The mousse sets quickly and maintains a creamy texture without requiring traditional methods such as melting chocolate or folding in egg whites or gelatin.
This recipe is suitable for those who want a fast, no-bake chocolate dessert. Using instant pudding powder and heavy cream simplifies the process while still delivering a satisfying texture and flavor.
Transfer the mousse to serving dishes promptly as it sets quickly after mixing.Chocolate mousse stores well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.Whipped topping is optional and not included in nutritional counts.
Ingredients
- 3.4 ounces instant chocolate pudding mix 1 box, 4 serving size
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder unsweetened
- 2 ½ cups heavy whipping cream 30-35% mf
- 1 cup whipped topping optional
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine cocoa powder and instant pudding powder.
- Add the heavy whipping cream and mix with an electric mixer on medium-high for 1 minute.
- Spoon or pipe the chocolate mixture into serving dishes or small glasses immediately and serve or refrigerate.
- Garnish with whipped topping, fresh berries, mint, or whipped cream.
Notes
- Serve immediately after whipping since the mousse sets rapidly and is easiest to portion then.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to four days without texture loss.
- Garnishes such as fresh berries or whipped cream add contrast but are optional.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 602 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 602 | 30% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 54g | 83% |
| Saturated Fat | 35g | 175% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Cholesterol | 168mg | 56% |
| Sodium | 384mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 236mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 21g | 42% |
| Vitamin A | 2187IU | 44% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 104mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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