Description

Light, festive, and creamy, these Peppermint Cheesecake Mousse Cups are a no-bake dream for the holiday season or any time you’re craving a cool dessert. The fluffy mousse is infused with peppermint and layered over a chocolate cookie crumb crust, topped with whipped cream and crushed candy canes for the perfect holiday flair. It’s an easy recipe, perfect for parties, dinner ideas, or when you want a quick dessert without turning on the oven. Great for easy recipe lovers, snack fans, or anyone looking for Christmas dessert ideas.

Ingredients

2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs

16 oz cream cheese, softened

1 cup powdered sugar

1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream

1 tsp peppermint extract

1 drop red gel food coloring

1 cup whipped cream, for topping

2 tbsp crushed candy canes, for garnish

Instructions

1. Crush chocolate cookies and divide about 2 tablespoons into each serving cup, pressing down gently to form a base.

2. Whip the heavy cream in a large bowl until stiff peaks form, then set aside.

3. In another bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Add peppermint extract and food coloring, mixing well.

4. Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fluffy and well combined.

5. Spoon or pipe mousse mixture over the cookie base in each cup and smooth the top.

6. Garnish with whipped cream, crushed candy canes, and optional mini peppermint sticks.

7. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

For an extra festive twist, try using mint Oreos instead of plain chocolate cookies.

Make sure the cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps in your mousse.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 410
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: easy recipe, peppermint dessert, holiday ideas, cheesecake mousse, quick dessert