Description
Rich chocolate mousse celebrates classic French dessert techniques with silky smooth texture. Chocolate lovers savor each spoonful of this elegant, creamy treat that promises pure indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 package instant pudding (any flavor)
Instructions
- Whip instant pudding mix with heavy whipping cream using a hand mixer, replacing milk as specified on the package to create a rich, creamy base.
- Refrigerate the mixture for 15-20 minutes to allow initial setting and flavor melding.
- Remove from refrigerator and vigorously remix until the texture becomes thick and mousse-like, ensuring a smooth, luxurious consistency.
- Transfer the prepared mousse into an airtight container, smoothing the surface to prevent air pockets.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to enhance flavor and firmness.
- For extended storage, keep the mousse sealed in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer preservation.
- When ready to serve, garnish with optional toppings like whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries to elevate the dessert’s presentation.
Notes
- Choose a high-quality instant pudding mix for the best flavor and smoothest texture in your mousse.
- Ensure heavy whipping cream is cold before mixing to help achieve maximum volume and fluffiness.
- Whip the mixture thoroughly to incorporate air, creating a light and creamy mousse consistency that melts in your mouth.
- Consider experimenting with different pudding flavors like chocolate, vanilla, or butterscotch to create unique variations of this simple dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 22 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg