Description
These Peppermint Cheesecake Mousse Cups are a festive and creamy dessert featuring a chocolate cookie crust, a fluffy peppermint-infused cheesecake mousse, and a crunchy crushed peppermint candy topping. Perfect for holiday gatherings, this no-bake treat combines rich flavors and a refreshing minty twist with a light, airy texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 cup chocolate cookie crumbs
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Mousse
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Topping
- 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Mix the chocolate cookie crumbs with melted unsalted butter until fully combined. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of individual serving cups to create an even crust layer.
- Make the Cheesecake Mousse: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese together with powdered sugar and peppermint extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Whip the Cream: In a separate chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, ensuring it holds shape well.
- Combine Mixtures: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula until the mousse is fully incorporated and light in texture.
- Assemble the Cups: Spoon the peppermint cheesecake mousse evenly over the prepared chocolate cookie crust in each cup, smoothing the tops.
- Chill to Set: Refrigerate the assembled cups for at least 2 hours (120 minutes) to allow the mousse to set properly and develop flavors.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Just before serving, garnish each mousse cup with additional whipped cream if desired, and sprinkle with crushed peppermint candies for a festive crunch and extra peppermint flavor.
Notes
- For best results, use chilled heavy cream to ensure it whips properly.
- You can substitute the chocolate cookie crumbs with graham cracker crumbs if preferred.
- To soften cream cheese quicker, leave it out at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and consume within 2 days.
- For a stronger peppermint flavor, increase peppermint extract to 1.5 teaspoons.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: peppermint mousse, cheesecake mousse cups, no bake dessert, peppermint cheesecake, holiday dessert, easy mousse recipe
