Description
This Nutella Chocolate Cheesecake Mousse is a rich and creamy dessert combining the smoothness of cream cheese with the decadent flavors of Nutella and cocoa powder. Whipped heavy cream adds a light, airy texture, making it an indulgent treat perfect for any occasion. Garnish with chocolate shavings and extra whipped cream for an elegant presentation.
Ingredients
Cheesecake Mixture
- 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup Nutella
- 1 tbsp Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
Whipped Cream
- 1 1/2 cups Heavy Cream, chilled
- 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
Garnish (Optional)
- Chocolate Shavings
- Extra Whipped Cream
Instructions
- Prepare Whipped Cream: Combine chilled heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a medium mixing bowl. Using an electric handheld mixer, beat on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, approximately five minutes. Place the whipped cream in the refrigerator to keep cold until needed.
- Beat Cream Cheese: In a separate medium mixing bowl, beat the room temperature cream cheese on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about three minutes.
- Add Nutella and Cocoa: To the beaten cream cheese, add Nutella and unsweetened cocoa powder. Continue beating on medium speed until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
- Fold in Whipped Cream: Add the chilled whipped cream to the cream cheese and Nutella mixture in thirds. Gently fold each addition into the mixture using a spatula until combined, being careful not to deflate the whipped cream.
- Chill and Serve: Spoon the mousse into serving cups immediately or chill in the refrigerator to set for a firmer texture. For a polished look, chill the mousse first, then pipe it into serving cups. Garnish with extra whipped cream and chocolate shavings if desired before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the mousse.
- Chilling the whipped cream before whipping helps achieve stiff peaks.
- Gently folding the whipped cream into the mixture maintains the mousse’s light texture.
- For a firmer mousse, chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Use high-quality Nutella for the best flavor.
- Chocolate shavings can be made using a vegetable peeler on a chocolate bar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
