Servings: 6–8 cups
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time: 1–2 hours
Cooking: No-bake
INGREDIENTS (Classic Version)
1½ cups heavy whipping cream, very cold
½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted & cooled
¼ cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp crushed chocolate cookies or brownie crumbs (for topping – optional)
STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS
Whip the Cream
Add cold whipping cream to a chilled bowl.
Beat with mixer on medium-high until soft peaks form.
Add Sweetness & Flavor
Add powdered sugar and vanilla.
Beat again until stiff peaks (do not overwhip).
Add Chocolate
Gently fold melted chocolate into whipped cream.
Use a spatula and fold slowly to keep mousse airy.
Assemble
Spoon mousse into small glasses or bowls.
Smooth the tops.
Chill
Refrigerate for 1–2 hours to firm up.
Garnish & Serve
Sprinkle crushed cookies or chocolate shavings on top.
Serve chilled.
Q & A
Q: Why is my mousse grainy?
A: Chocolate was too hot or cream was overwhipped.
Q: Can I make it ahead?
A: Yes—best within 24 hours.
Q: Can I freeze it?
A: Not recommended (texture changes).
TIPS & TRICKS
Chocolate must be cool, not warm
Fold gently—don’t stir
Chill bowls & beaters for best whipping
Use small cups for portion control
WEIGHT WATCHERS / LOW-POINT VERSION
Ingredient Swaps
1½ cups fat-free whipped topping
½ cup fat-free Greek yogurt
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
Zero-calorie sweetener to taste
1 tsp vanilla
WW Points
1–2 WW Points per serving
(depending on brand used)
FLAVOR VARIATIONS
Peanut Butter Chocolate (add 1 tbsp PB powder)
Mocha (add instant coffee)
Chocolate Orange (add orange zest)
Cookies & Cream (add crushed Oreo crumbs)
NUTRITION (Classic – Approx. per serving)
Calories: 240–260
Fat: 18 g
Carbs: 18 g
Protein: 3 g.

