Peanut Butter Mousse
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Peanut Butter Mousse
Description
This Peanut Butter Mousse recipe features a base of crushed Oreo cookies forming a textured crust in small serving jars. The mousse itself is a blend of softened cream cheese and creamy peanut butter whipped together to form a smooth, tangy foundation. Powdered sugar sweetens the mixture, while vanilla extract adds aroma. Heavy whipping cream is gradually incorporated while whipping at increasing speed to achieve a light, fluffy consistency without splashing.
The layering of rich peanut butter mousse over a crunchy cookie base provides a balance of creamy and crumbly textures. Chilled for at least an hour, the mousse firms up nicely, making it easy to spoon and enjoy. Garnishing with chopped peanuts or peanut butter cups adds a nutty crunch and extra peanut flavor.
This dessert suits small servings and casual occasions where individual portions are convenient. The use of Oreo crumbs adds a chocolate element that complements the peanut butter’s richness.
The recipe notes suggest using classic creamy peanut butter instead of natural varieties for a firmer mousse and recommend softened cream cheese to avoid lumps. Oreos can be substituted with other cookies or omitted for a mousse-only treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Oreo cookies crushed
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup peanut butter creamy
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- peanuts for garnish, optional, chopped or peanut butter cups
Instructions
- Divide the crushed Oreos between 4 or 6 small jars. If using 4 jars, the mousse will yield 3/4 cup each. If using 6 jars, the mousse will yield 1/2 cup each.
- In a large bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and peanut butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until well combined.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar followed by the vanilla, beating on low speed.
- When all of the powdered sugar has been incorporated, slowly beat in the heavy cream over low speed. Gradually increase the speed of the mixer as the heavy cream incorporates– you don’t want to splash the cream everywhere. Continue mixing on medium speed until the mousse is light and fluffy– about 4 minutes. Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Divide the mousse between the jars and place in the fridge to chill for at least 1 hour before serving (this will help solidify the mousse). Garnish with chopped peanuts or mini peanut butter cups right before serving, if desired.
Notes
- Use a classic creamy peanut butter for firmer mousse texture; natural peanut butters can make the mousse softer.
- Ensure cream cheese is fully softened before mixing to prevent lumps.
- Oreo cookie crumbs can be replaced with chocolate graham crackers or other cookies or omitted if preferred.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 560 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.5cup | |
| Calories | 560kcal | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 43g | 66% |
| Saturated Fat | 20g | 100% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 83mg | 28% |
| Sodium | 325mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 272mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 26g | 52% |
| Vitamin A | 1091IU | 22% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 79mg | 8% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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