Description
These Hot Chocolate Mousse Cups bring all the cozy vibes of your favorite peppermint hot cocoa into rich, creamy chocolate mousse served in festive chocolate cups.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream (cold)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Whipped cream (homemade or store-bought)
- Mini marshmallows
- Chocolate curls or shavings
- Optional: a light dusting of cocoa powder or cinnamon
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring well between each, until completely smooth. Let the melted chocolate cool slightly at room temperature while preparing the whipped cream.
- In a chilled mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the cold heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form. Add the powdered sugar, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Continue beating until the mixture forms stiff peaks.
- Using a spatula, gently fold the cooled melted chocolate into the whipped cream mixture. Work slowly and carefully to maintain the airiness of the whipped cream. Continue folding until the mixture is fully blended and no streaks remain.
- Spoon the mousse evenly into small serving glasses or ramekins. Cover each with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set and chilled through.
- Just before serving, top each mousse cup with a swirl of whipped cream, a handful of mini marshmallows, and a few chocolate curls or shavings. Optionally, dust lightly with cocoa powder or cinnamon for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Perfect for holiday gatherings.
- Can be made a day in advance.
- Customize toppings to your preference.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 466
- Sugar: 25 grams
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 37 grams
- Saturated Fat: 23 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 34 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 5 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 mg