Easy White Chocolate Mousse
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
2
Easy White Chocolate Mousse
Description
The Easy White Chocolate Mousse is prepared by whipping heavy cream to stiff peaks and folding it into a mixture of softened cream cheese and melted white chocolate. Powdered sugar is added incrementally to adjust sweetness, while vanilla extract and a pinch of salt enhance the flavor complexity. Care is taken not to overbeat when combining components to maintain a light texture.
The mousse has a creamy, airy quality from the whipped cream, paired with the rich, sweet flavor of white chocolate. The cream cheese contributes smoothness and structure without weighing the dessert down.
This mousse is versatile for individual servings and can be topped with fresh berries for contrast. It can be served right away for a soft texture or refrigerated for 1-2 hours to firm up, catering to preference.
Ingredients
- ½ cup whipping cream
- ½ cup white chocolate or white chocolate chips, chopped
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1-3 tablespoons powdered sugar divided
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract pure
- pinch salt
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, beat the whipping cream at high speed until stiff peaks form. Set the bowl aside.
- Gently melt the white chocolate in a small pot over low heat or in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second increments, stirring frequently, with the microwave at half-power.
- Using the same beaters you used to beat the whipping cream, beat the cream cheese and 1 tablespoon of powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the white chocolate, vanilla extract and salt on medium speed until smooth and well combined.
- Fold in the whipped cream with a spatula. If it's not combining easily, you can use the mixer to beat it in on the very lowest setting, just until combined. Do not over beat!
- Taste the mousse and if it's not sweet enough, fold in a tablespoon or two of powdered sugar until the mousse is sweet enough for your liking.
- Spoon or pipe into serving dishes. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 1-2 hours for a firmer version. Top with berries just before serving.
- Refrigerate any leftovers for up to 2 days.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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