Description
A rich and creamy Cookies and Cream Mousse that combines whipped cream, cream cheese, and crushed chocolate sandwich cookies for a delightful no-bake dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Mousse
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 12 chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed
For Topping (Optional)
- Additional crushed chocolate sandwich cookies
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Whip the Cream: In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until stiff peaks form, ensuring the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Beat the Cream Cheese: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until it becomes smooth and creamy with no lumps remaining.
- Combine Mixtures: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined and fluffy, being careful not to deflate the airy texture.
- Add Crushed Cookies: Fold in the crushed chocolate sandwich cookies, reserving a small amount if you want some for topping later.
- Serve and Chill: Spoon or pipe the mousse into serving glasses and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the mousse to set and flavors to meld.
- Garnish: Before serving, top with extra whipped cream and crushed cookies if desired for added texture and presentation.
Notes
- For a lighter texture, chill the mixing bowl and beaters before whipping the cream.
- You can substitute reduced-fat cream cheese, but the mousse will be slightly softer in texture.
- Use gluten-free chocolate sandwich cookies to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
