Description
Indulge in these elegant Marry Me No Bake Raspberry Chocolate Mousse Cups combining velvety dark chocolate mousse with fresh raspberries for a delightful, creamy dessert that’s quick to prepare and requires no baking.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Mousse
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch of salt
Raspberry Layer
- 1 cup fresh raspberries (plus extra for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons sweetener (honey, maple syrup, or stevia)
Others
- 4 serving cups for presentation
Instructions
- Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate chips in 30-second increments, stirring between each until smooth. Let the chocolate cool slightly to prevent it from melting the whipped cream later.
- Whip the Cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream using a hand mixer until soft peaks form, which will provide the mousse its light and airy texture.
- Combine Ingredients: Once the chocolate has cooled to room temperature, gently fold it into the whipped cream along with vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Fold carefully to maintain the mousse’s fluffiness without deflating the whipped cream.
- Prepare the Raspberries: Mash half of the fresh raspberries in a small bowl and mix with the sweetener of your choice until slightly chunky, creating a sweet and tangy raspberry layer.
- Layer the Cups: In each serving cup, alternate layers starting with a spoonful of mousse, then a layer of the sweetened mashed raspberries, and finish with a top layer of mousse to complete the elegant dessert.
- Chill: Cover the cups tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 to 2 hours to allow the mousse to set properly and the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Garnish: Just before serving, decorate each cup with fresh whole raspberries and optionally add a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of indulgence.
Notes
- Use high-quality dark chocolate for the best flavor and smooth texture.
- Adjust sweetness by choosing your preferred sweetener and amount based on taste.
- Ensure the melted chocolate cools before folding into whipped cream to prevent melting and texture issues.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and use dairy-free chocolate chips.
- These mousse cups can be prepared a day ahead and kept refrigerated for convenience.
