Deliciously Light Coffee Mousse That's Perfect for Any Occasion
A quick and delightful Coffee Mousse recipe that combines chocolate and espresso for a light dessert experience.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Electric mixer
- Spatula
- Measuring Cups
- Whisk
Ingredients
For the Mousse
- 1 cup Heavy Cream Chilled for best results
- ½ cup Milk Substitute with almond milk for dairy-free
- ¼ cup Espresso or Strong Coffee Brewed and cooled
- ¼ cup Confectioners Sugar Adjust based on sweetness preference
- 4 ounces Dark Chocolate Melted and cooled
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions for Coffee Mousse
- Begin by pouring 1 cup of heavy cream into a large mixing bowl. Use an electric mixer at medium-high speed to whip the cream until stiff peaks form, which should take about 3-5 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix together ½ cup of milk, ¼ cup of cooled espresso or strong coffee, and ¼ cup of confectioners sugar. Whisk until well combined.
- Add in 4 ounces of melted and cooled dark chocolate, stirring until fully incorporated.
- Carefully fold the whipped cream into the coffee-chocolate mixture using a spatula.
- Spoon the mousse into serving glasses or bowls, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Add toppings like chocolate shavings or whipped cream before serving.
Notes
Chill your mixing bowl and beaters for better whipped cream results. Adjust sweetness to taste for optimal enjoyment.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg
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