Oreo Chocolate Mousse Cups
Delightful dessert combining rich chocolate mousse with crunchy Oreo cookie crusts, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 24 pieces Oreo cookies
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Mousse
- 2 cups heavy cream Make sure it is slightly cool for better whipping.
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Use high-quality chocolate for best results.
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- a pinch salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Crush the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or zip-top bag.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed Oreos with melted unsalted butter and mix well.
- Press the Oreo mixture firmly into the bottom of mini muffin tins, forming crusts.
- Bake for 5 to 7 minutes to set the cookie crusts.
- Let the crusts cool completely.
Making the Mousse
- Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Let it cool slightly.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold the melted chocolate into the whipped cream mixture, being careful not to deflate it.
Assembling and Serving
- Fill each cooled Oreo crust with the chocolate mousse using a piping bag or spoon.
- Chill the filled mousse cups in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- When ready to serve, top with whipped cream and crushed Oreos.
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Notes
These mousse cups can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator. Consider adding different toppings or variations for unique flavors.