Description
A luscious and creamy no-bake Chocolate Mousse Pie featuring a smooth chocolate filling in a crisp cookie crust, topped with whipped cream and optional chocolate shavings. Perfect for an elegant dessert that is quick to prepare and sure to satisfy any chocolate lover’s cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 prepared chocolate cookie crust (9-inch)
Chocolate Mousse Filling
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream (cold)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Garnish (Optional)
- Chocolate shavings or whipped cream for garnish
Instructions
- Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly to prevent curdling when combined with whipped cream.
- Whip Cream: In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. This will provide the light and fluffy base of the mousse. Set aside 1 cup of the whipped cream for topping the pie later.
- Combine Chocolate and Cream: Gently fold the melted chocolate into the remaining whipped cream, combining carefully to preserve the airy texture. Continue folding until fully blended and smooth, creating a rich chocolate mousse.
- Assemble Pie: Pour the chocolate mousse into the prepared chocolate cookie crust and smooth the top for an even finish.
- Chill: Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours or until set, allowing the mousse to firm up and develop its creamy consistency.
- Finish and Serve: Just before serving, top the pie with the reserved whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings if desired for an attractive presentation and added texture.
Notes
- Use bittersweet chocolate for a richer, more intense chocolate flavor or milk chocolate for a sweeter, milder taste.
- Store-bought crusts offer great convenience, but you can also make your own crust using crushed chocolate cookies combined with melted butter for a homemade touch.
- Ensure the heavy cream is cold before whipping to achieve optimal volume and texture.
- If you prefer a firmer mousse, chilling overnight is recommended.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
