This easy recipe for Chocolate Cheesecake Mousse can be a lifesaving dessert when you are craving something sweet. Made without eggs, this classic chocolate mousse is incredibly fluffy, creamy, and rich in chocolate thanks to cocoa powder!
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This classic chocolate cheesecake mousse is so easy to make and will be ready in less than ten minutes. If you’re craving something to satisfy that chocolate sweet tooth, then you will love this easy chocolate mousse. In the mood for a no-bake dessert? This is one of our favorites because no oven is required.
Just like chocolate cheesecake mousse pie, this classic mousse recipe is tasty, indulgent, and certainly fitting for any occasion such as holidays, birthdays, anniversaries, and so much more. Made with only five ingredients, this fluffy mousse is a simple and classic dessert recipe.
What is the difference between mousse and cheesecake?
Mousse is fluffy and light and resembles pudding. Cheesecake usually has a firm crust made of graham crackers and is a bit more like a solid custard. Both are delicious! We like this chocolate cheesecake mousse recipe because it tastes just like a chocolate cheesecake pie.
Are pudding and mousse the same?
Pudding and mousse are not the same as pudding is typically cooked with milk, sugar, and a thickener. With mousse, you just whip some cream and fold it with the cocoa powder and other simple ingredients.
Ingredients
These are the key ingredients to this recipe. Be sure to scroll down to the recipe card for more details and measurements!
Cream: For this chocolate mousse recipe, I used heavy whipping cream because the results are incredibly fluffy, airy, and light. Feel free to experiment with various dairy-free versions.
Cocoa Powder: You will definitely want to make sure you have cocoa powder for this recipe. If you do not have cocoa powder, then you can also opt for cacao powder.
Cream Cheese: In order for this to taste like cheesecake, cream cheese is used for this recipe. Make sure it has been softened and whipped.
Nutella: The addition of Nutella makes this chocolate cheesecake mousse even more delicious. Feel free to make your own chocolate and hazelnut spread instead of using storebought.
How to Make This Chocolate Cheesecake Mousse Recipe
First, add the heavy cream to a bowl. Beat the whipped cream with a mixer for two to three minutes. Make sure you start with the mixer on low speed.
Next, add the cream cheese, cocoa powder, Nutella, and vanilla extract. Beat the ingredients for about three minutes scraping down the sides when necessary.
Finally, serve this easy chocolate mousse with your favorite toppings such as fresh fruit, nuts, etc.
Notes and Tips
- If you’re hosting a party or celebration, create a fun chocolate mousse bar by setting up various toppings. Be sure to keep the ingredients chilled!
- This cheesecake mousse will last in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.
- If you want dark chocolate mousse, then use your favorite dark cocoa blend, or my favorite, Hershey’s Special Dark.
- This recipe makes four servings.
- Serve this mousse with whipped cream, Cool Whip, chocolate chips, berries, bananas, apples, graham cracker crumbs, and so much more.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this recipe as dessert after Crockpot chicken fajitas, grilled vegetables salad, or after enjoying my egg roll in a bowl.
Enjoy this chocolate mousse with brunch items like sourdough waffles, double-dip stuffed French toast, or brioche French toast casserole.
Pair this cheesecake mousse with other desserts, snacks, ice cream, milk, coffee, or tea.
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Chocolate Cheesecake Mousse
Equipment
- Large bowl
- Stand Mixer
- Spoon
- Small containers
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup cream cheese whipped
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- ½ cup Nutella
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
- Flaky sea salt
- Raspberries or other types of erries
- Jam or jelly
- Toasted hazelnuts
- Chocolate shavings
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate pearls
Instructions
- Add the heavy cream to a large bowl (or the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment). Beat for 2-3 minutes, or until the cream has doubled in size but not yet reached the soft peak stage.
- Once the cream has thickened slightly, add the remaining ingredients and beat until it forms stiff peaks— about 3 more minutes. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl to make sure everything is evenly incorporated.
- Store chocolate cheesecake mousse in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Serve with your desired toppings.
Notes
- If you’re hosting a party or celebration, create a fun chocolate mousse bar by setting up various toppings. Be sure to keep the ingredients chilled!
- This cheesecake mousse will last in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.
- If you want dark chocolate mousse, then use your favorite dark cocoa blend, or my favorite, Hershey’s Special Dark.
- This recipe makes four servings.
- Serve this mousse with whipped cream, Cool Whip, chocolate chips, berries, bananas, apples, graham cracker crumbs, and so much more.
- Start off with mixing the whipped cream on low or there will be a big mess.
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