Description

This no-bake Chocolate Mousse Pie combines silky chocolate ganache with airy chocolate mousse, all layered in a buttery graham cracker crust. Topped with rich chocolate whipped cream and optional shaved chocolate, it’s the perfect elegant dessert for any occasion, ready in under 3 hours with chilling time included.

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Mousse:

2 cups heavy cream, divided
1 cup chocolate chips
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Chocolate Ganache:

1/3 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup chocolate chips
1 9-inch graham cracker crust

For the Chocolate Whipped Cream Topping:

1 cup cold heavy cream
2 tablespoons unsweetened natural cocoa powder
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Shaved chocolate or mini chocolate chips (optional)

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Instructions

Start the Chocolate Mousse: Warm 1/2 cup of heavy cream and 1 cup of chocolate chips in the microwave in 15-second increments, stirring between each until melted and warm but not boiling, about 45 seconds. Place this mixture in the refrigerator to cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally, for about 30 minutes.
Make the Chocolate Ganache: Warm 1/3 cup heavy cream and 1/2 cup chocolate chips in 15-second increments, stirring until melted. Pour this ganache into the graham cracker crust and spread it evenly. Chill in the refrigerator or freezer to set.
Finish the Chocolate Mousse: Whip the remaining 1 1/2 cups cold heavy cream with vanilla extract and salt to medium peaks—when peaks hold shape but tips curl down. Gently add the cooled melted chocolate mixture from step one, then whip to stiff peaks, where peaks hold shape firmly.
Assemble the Pie: Spoon the chocolate mousse mixture over the set ganache layer in the crust and spread evenly. Chill the pie for about 2 hours until firm.
Make the Chocolate Whipped Cream Topping: Just before serving, whip 1 cup cold heavy cream with cocoa powder, sugar, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until medium peaks form. Spoon or pipe this whipped cream topping over the mousse layer. Garnish with shaved chocolate or mini chocolate chips if desired.

Notes

Use high-quality chocolate chips for the richest flavor.
Make sure the melted chocolate mixture cools fully before folding into the whipped cream to prevent deflating.
Chilling times are important to set layers properly and achieve the right texture.
For best results, chill the pie overnight if possible.
Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American