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Mousse Desserts

Mousse Desserts

Mousse comes from the French word for "froth" or "foam" which describes the light, airy mixture. While mousse can be either sweet or savory, this section is all about the dessert variety.

The "classic" mousse consists of something whipped: cream, gelatin, or an egg. The most classic flavor of all is, of course, chocolate mousse.



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recipe for cocoa cappuccino mousse

Cocoa Cappuccino Mousse

This dessert is a must-have for coffee lovers. The combination of cocoa and coffee flavors make this mousse irresistible. It's the perfect way to finish a meal or enjoy as a...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for 60 second chocolate mousse

60 Second Chocolate Mousse

This marvelous mousse is lightning-fast and the technique is brilliant. Easy enough to be a last-minute dessert, decadent enough for any time.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for cream cheese strawberry mousse

Cream Cheese Strawberry Mousse

Shh, but cream cheese is the secret to a light and fluffy mousse that's laughably easy to put together.


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for fat free chocolate mousse

Fat Free Chocolate Mousse

A sweet treat that cuts down on calories without sacrificing flavor. This dessert is easy to whip up and can be varied easily to include other flavors.


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for easy low carb chocolate mousse

Easy Low Carb Chocolate Mousse

There's no reason that low carbers should deny themselves a sweet treat once in awhile. This low carb mousse is creamy and rich - and, of course, chocolately.


Time:   2-5 hours

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recipe for party peanut butter mousse

Party Peanut Butter Mousse

A fluffy cream cheese and peanut butter mousse topped with a rich chocolate ganache and chocolate shavings.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for vanilla mousse

Vanilla Mousse

Light, fluffy, and full of vanilla flavor. This vanilla mousse is pudding all grown up.


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for chocolate mint mousse

Chocolate Mint Mousse

The creamy, rich flavor of chocolate is perfectly balanced by the refreshing taste of mint, making it the perfect treat for any occasion.


Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for chocolate mousse with chipotle caramel sauce

Chocolate Mousse With Chipotle Caramel Sauce

Made with whipping cream, dark chocolate, brewed espresso or strong coffee, rum, butter, gelatin powder, sugar, water

Method:   microwave, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for pistachio mousse

Pistachio Mousse

Go ahead and unleash your inner artisan with this luscious pistachio mousse. It's easy, fun, and the sort of dish that makes you look like you've mastered a five-star kitchen.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for pear mousse

Pear Mousse

Made with ripe pears, butter, sugar, lemon juice, brandy, heavy cream

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for amaretto mousse

Amaretto Mousse

Made with almonds, whipping cream, gelatin powder, Amaretto liqueur, eggs, confectioners' sugar, vanilla extract, almond extract

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for chocolate mousse dome with chocolate glaze

Chocolate Mousse Dome With Chocolate Glaze

Made with milk chocolate, heavy cream, butter, egg yolks, sugar, egg whites, confectioners' sugar, coffee liqueur, orange liqueur

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for lavender honey mousse

Lavender Honey Mousse

Made with whipping cream, water, unflavored gelatin, egg yolks, lavender honey

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for tofu chocolate mousse

Tofu Chocolate Mousse

Made with vanilla extract, tofu, instant pudding mix, cocoa powder, whipping cream


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for butter pecan mousse

Butter Pecan Mousse

Made with pecan pieces, pecans, butter, cream cheese, sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, whipping cream

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for coconut-pineapple mousse

Coconut-Pineapple Mousse

Made with coconut flakes, almond extract, unflavored gelatin, pineapple juice, sugar, salt, whipping cream, lemon juice

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for dark and dense chocolate mousse

Dark And Dense Chocolate Mousse

Made with coffee, cognac or rum, butter, cocoa powder, heavy cream, eggs, superfine sugar


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for whipped honey mousse

Whipped Honey Mousse

Made with egg yolks, honey, heavy cream


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for chocolate mousse the really fast way

Chocolate Mousse The Really Fast Way

Made with frozen whipped topping, water, hot chocolate mix


Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for kahlua mousse

Kahlua Mousse

Made with whipped cream, dark sweet chocolate, butter, powdered sugar, eggs, Kahlua, instant coffee powder, whipping cream

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for white chocolate mousse/ganache

White Chocolate Mousse/Ganache

Made with double cream or heavy cream, white chocolate

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for guava mousse (mousse de guayaba)

Guava Mousse (Mousse de Guayaba)

Made with guava pulp, egg whites, sugar, heavy cream


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for frangelico dark chocolate mousse

Frangelico Dark Chocolate Mousse

Made with egg yolks, sugar, hazelnut liqueur, bittersweet chocolate, heavy cream

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for frozen watermelon mousse

Frozen Watermelon Mousse

Made with whipping cream, lemon juice, watermelon, unflavored gelatin, sugar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for hippo pot de mousse

Hippo Pot De Mousse

Made with almond extract, semisweet chocolate, bittersweet chocolate, heavy cream

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for butterscotch peanut butter mousse

Butterscotch Peanut Butter Mousse

Made with cream cheese, peanut butter, heavy cream, water, butterscotch pudding mix


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mousse aux fraises (strawberry mousse)

Mousse aux Fraises (Strawberry Mousse)

Made with fresh strawberries, strawberries, superfine sugar, salt, egg whites, vanilla extract, sugar, heavy cream


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for cream cheese mousse

Cream Cheese Mousse

Made with confectioners' sugar, heavy cream, sugar, water, egg yolks, powdered gelatin, cream cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for strawberry-chocolate mousse parfait

Strawberry-Chocolate Mousse Parfait

Made with Mint sprigs, for garnish, optional, vanilla extract, whipping cream, semisweet chocolate, sugar, water, orange-flavored liqueur or frozen orange juice...


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for eggnog mousse

Eggnog Mousse

Made with egg whites, vanilla extract, egg yolks, unflavored gelatin, rum, brandy, whipping cream, sugar, ground nutmeg

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for brazilian chocolate mousse

Brazilian Chocolate Mousse

Made with vanilla extract, cocktail peanuts, sugar, unflavored gelatin, eggs, milk, unsweetened chocolate

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for candy cane mousse

Candy Cane Mousse

Made with candy canes, heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, peppermint candy


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for no-bake chocolate mousse cupcakes

No-Bake Chocolate Mousse Cupcakes

Made with cream of tartar, salt, heavy cream, chocolate wafers, instant coffee, water, sugar, semisweet chocolate, eggs, unflavored gelatin

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for apple mousse

Apple Mousse

Made with rum, cream of tartar, apples, water or apple juice, cloves, sugar, egg whites

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for green tea mousse

Green Tea Mousse

Made with pistachios, egg, green tea powder, gelatin leaves, cream cheese, milk, sugar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for chocolate kahlua mousse parfait

Chocolate Kahlua Mousse Parfait

Made with frozen whipped topping, chocolate graham crackers, milk, Kahlua, chocolate mousse mix, cocoa powder


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for italian chocolate-amaretto mousse

Italian Chocolate-Amaretto Mousse

Made with heavy whipping cream, egg yolks, sugar, Amaretto liqueur, semisweet chocolate chips, coffee

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for cannoli mousse

Cannoli Mousse

Made with orange-flavored liqueur, strawberries, raspberries or blueberries, walnut pieces, ricotta cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, orange rind, golden raisins, mini semisweet chocolate...


Time:   30-60 minutes

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