Easy Chocolate Mousse with Cocoa Powder

Chocolate mousse with cocoa powder topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings in a glass dessert cup

Easy Chocolate Mousse with Cocoa Powder

This easy chocolate mousse is rich, creamy, and airy with a deep chocolate flavor. Made with only three simple ingredients, this no-bake dessert whips up quickly and chills into a smooth, fluffy chocolate mousse.

Recipe Developer-Estefania

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 4 10

Ingredients

▢ 600 ml heavy whipping cream chilled
▢ 60 g unsweetened cocoa powder
▢ 60 g powdered sugar

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, pour in 600 ml heavy whipping cream, chilled, and whip with an electric mixer on medium speed for 1 minute.
Sift in 60 g unsweetened cocoa powder and 60 g powdered sugar, then mix with a spatula until well combined.
Use the electric mixer on medium-high speed and continue whipping until the mixture forms stiff peaks.
Spoon the mousse into a piping bag fitted with a piping tip, then pipe it into serving glasses or bowls. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
Remove the chocolate mousse from the fridge and let it rest for 20 minutes before serving, then garnish with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.

Notes

Use Very Cold Cream: I always use the heavy whipping cream straight from the fridge because it whips faster and gives the mousse a lighter texture.

Sift the Cocoa Powder: Sifting the cocoa powder first is something I like to do because it keeps the mousse smooth instead of lumpy.

Don’t Rush the Chill Time: I find the mousse tastes better and holds its shape more nicely when it has the full 4 hours to chill.

Let It Rest Before Serving: Letting the mousse sit for 20 minutes after chilling is my favorite way to make the texture softer and creamier.

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