Description
Indulge in deliciously creamy Mini Chocolate Mousse Oreo Cups, featuring a crunchy Oreo crust and a rich, fluffy chocolate mousse topping. Perfect for parties or a decadent dessert treat!
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 20 Oreo cookies (crushed)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
Mousse
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (cold)
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions
- Create the crust: Mix the crushed Oreo cookies thoroughly with the melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottoms of small serving cups to form an even crust layer.
- Melt chocolate: Place the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in short intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth. Let the melted chocolate cool slightly to avoid deflating the mousse.
- Whip cream: In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the cold heavy cream together with granulated sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form, creating a light and airy texture.
- Combine chocolate and cream: Gently fold half of the whipped cream into the cooled melted chocolate until smooth and combined. Then carefully fold in the remaining whipped cream to maintain the fluffy texture.
- Assemble mousse cups: Spoon the chocolate mousse mixture over the prepared Oreo crusts in the cups, smoothing the tops evenly. Refrigerate the cups for at least 2 hours to allow the mousse to set before serving.
Notes
- For best results, chill the mixing bowl and beaters before whipping the cream.
- Ensure the melted chocolate is not too hot when folding with the whipped cream to keep the mousse light and airy.
- You can garnish with additional crushed Oreos or chocolate shavings before serving.
- These can be made a day ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Chocolate mousse, Oreo cups, mini desserts, no-bake dessert, party treats, creamy chocolate mousse
