Description
Delicious peppermint chocolate mousse made with whipped cream and crushed Oreos.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (chilled)
- 8 Oreos (crushed)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the Chocolate Mixture: Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals until smooth.
- Whip the Cream: In a separate bowl, beat chilled heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add powdered sugar and peppermint extract, continuing to whip until stiff peaks form.
- Combine Mixtures: Gently fold the melted chocolate into the whipped cream until well combined.
- Layering Time: In serving cups, layer crushed Oreos followed by a scoop of mousse. Repeat layers until cups are full.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving. Optionally, top with additional crushed Oreos.
Notes
- For a stronger chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate chips.
- Adjust the amount of powdered sugar to your preferred sweetness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing and Layering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 100mg