Description
This luscious White Chocolate Mousse is a silky, no-bake dessert that combines smooth melted white chocolate with airy whipped cream to create a light yet indulgent treat. Perfect for special occasions or a delightful ending to any meal, it requires just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation time.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 6 oz white chocolate, chopped
- 2 tablespoons whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Melt the chocolate: Place the chopped white chocolate and whole milk in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water to create a double boiler. Stir continuously until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth, then remove from heat.
- Add flavorings: Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt into the melted chocolate mixture. Allow it to cool slightly to prevent deflating the whipped cream later.
- Whip the cream: In a separate mixing bowl, whip the cold heavy cream and powdered sugar together until medium peaks form, indicating the cream is fluffy but still stable.
- Combine mixtures: Gently fold half of the whipped cream into the cooled white chocolate mixture to lighten it. Then carefully fold in the remaining whipped cream until the mousse is fully combined and smooth, maintaining as much air as possible.
- Chill and serve: Spoon or pipe the mousse into serving glasses. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm. Serve plain or topped with optional fresh berries or white chocolate shavings for added elegance.
Notes
- Ensure the white chocolate mixture is not warm when folding in the whipped cream, as heat can cause it to deflate.
- For flavor variations, substitute the vanilla extract with almond or peppermint extract.
- Chilling the mousse adequately is crucial to achieve the proper set and texture.
- Use a cold bowl and beaters when whipping cream for best results.
