Servings: 6–8 cups
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time: 1–2 hours
Cooking: No-bake
🧾 INGREDIENTS (Classic Version)
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1½ cups heavy whipping cream, very cold
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½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted & cooled
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¼ cup powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2 tbsp crushed chocolate cookies or brownie crumbs (for topping – optional)
👩🍳 STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS
1️⃣ Whip the Cream
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Add cold whipping cream to a chilled bowl.
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Beat with mixer on medium-high until soft peaks form.
2️⃣ Add Sweetness & Flavor
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Add powdered sugar and vanilla.
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Beat again until stiff peaks (do not overwhip).
3️⃣ Add Chocolate
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Gently fold melted chocolate into whipped cream.
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Use a spatula and fold slowly to keep mousse airy.
4️⃣ Assemble
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Spoon mousse into small glasses or bowls.
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Smooth the tops.
5️⃣ Chill
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Refrigerate for 1–2 hours to firm up.
6️⃣ Garnish & Serve
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Sprinkle crushed cookies or chocolate shavings on top.
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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
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1½ cups fat-free whipped topping
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½ cup fat-free Greek yogurt
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2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
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Zero-calorie sweetener to taste
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1 tsp vanilla
🧮 WW Points
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1–2 WW Points per serving
(depending on brand used)
🍫 FLAVOR VARIATIONS
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Peanut Butter Chocolate (add 1 tbsp PB powder)
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Mocha (add instant coffee)
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Chocolate Orange (add orange zest)
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Cookies & Cream (add crushed Oreo crumbs)
🧮 NUTRITION (Classic – Approx per serving)
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Calories: 240–260
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Fat: 18 g
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Carbs: 18 g
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Protein: 3 g