Classic Oreo Chocolate Mousse Cups
Indulge in these delightful Classic Oreo Chocolate Mousse Cups, featuring a rich chocolate mousse atop a crunchy Oreo crust. Perfect for a quick and impressive dessert, these cups are easy to make and guaranteed to satisfy your sweet cravings.
Equipment
- Ziploc bag
- rolling pin or food processor
- small bowl
- serving cups, ramekins, or small glasses
- large mixing bowl
- electric mixer
Ingredients
Oreo Crust
- 15-20 Oreo cookies
- 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
Chocolate Mousse
- 1 cup heavy cream chilled
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar or more, to taste
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Garnish (Optional)
- extra Oreos
- chocolate shavings
- fresh berries
Instructions
Preparation
- Crush 15-20 Oreo cookies in a Ziploc bag with a rolling pin or use a food processor until fine crumbs form.
- Combine the crushed Oreo crumbs with 2 tablespoons of melted butter in a small bowl.
- Spoon 1-2 tablespoons of the Oreo-butter mixture into individual serving cups and press lightly to form a compact base; refrigerate while preparing the mousse.
Making the Mousse
- In a large, chilled mixing bowl, whip 1 cup of chilled heavy cream with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until it forms soft peaks.
- Gradually add 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 1/4 cup cocoa powder, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the whipped cream, then continue beating until stiff peaks form and the mixture is well combined.
Assembly and Serving
- Carefully spoon or pipe the chocolate mousse over the chilled Oreo crusts in each cup.
- Refrigerate the mousse cups for at least 30 minutes to allow the mousse to set and flavors to meld.
- Before serving, garnish with extra Oreos, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries if desired, then serve and enjoy.
Notes
Ensure your heavy cream and mixing bowl are well chilled for optimal whipping. Do not overmix the cream once the sugar and cocoa are added, as it can become grainy.