Description
This Coffee Mousse recipe is a light and airy dessert that combines the rich flavors of espresso with creamy whipped cream and smooth cream cheese. Perfect for coffee lovers, it’s quick to prepare and chilled to create a luxurious mousse with optional cocoa or chocolate shavings for an elegant finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Coffee Mixture
- 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder or instant coffee
- 1 tablespoon hot water
Mousse Base
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Whipped Cream
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Garnish (Optional)
- Cocoa powder or chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Dissolve the Coffee: In a small bowl, dissolve the instant espresso powder or instant coffee in hot water and set aside to cool slightly. This step ensures the coffee flavor is evenly incorporated into the mousse.
- Whip the Cream: In a large bowl, beat the chilled heavy whipping cream together with the powdered sugar until soft peaks form. This creates the light and airy texture needed for the mousse.
- Make the Mousse Base: In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the dissolved coffee mixture and vanilla extract, then mix until fully combined, forming the flavorful base of the mousse.
- Fold in Whipped Cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the coffee and cream cheese mixture, taking care not to deflate the whipped cream. This folding technique helps maintain the mousse’s fluffy texture.
- Chill and Serve: Spoon the mousse into serving cups or glasses and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow it to set properly. Before serving, garnish with a dusting of cocoa powder or chocolate shavings to add visual appeal and extra flavor.
Notes
- Use softened cream cheese to avoid lumps and achieve a smooth mousse base.
- For a stronger coffee flavor, increase espresso powder by half a teaspoon.
- Whipping cream must be well-chilled to reach the best volume and texture.
- Handle folding gently to keep the mousse light and airy.
- Can be made a day ahead and refrigerated for convenience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
