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Peppermint White Chocolate Mousse Cups (No Bake)

These Peppermint White Chocolate Mousse Cups are SO EASY! A creamy, no-bake dessert with refreshing peppermint and white chocolate, topped with festive crushed candies and chocolate chips.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup white chocolate chips good-quality
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 0.25 cup powdered sugar
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup crushed peppermint candies for garnish
  • 0.25 cup mini chocolate chips for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or hand whisk
  • Microwave-safe bowl or double boiler
  • Spatula
  • Serving cups or ramekins
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

The Method for Peppermint White Chocolate Mousse Cups (No Bake)
  1. Place the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 20-second intervals, stirring in between to avoid burning, until smooth and fully melted. Set aside to cool slightly.
  2. In a cold mixing bowl, pour the heavy cream. Using an electric mixer or hand whisk, beat the cream until it forms soft peaks.
  3. Add the powdered sugar, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract to the whipped cream. Gently fold these in until fully combined.
  4. Slowly fold the melted white chocolate into the whipped cream mixture using a spatula, being careful to keep the mousse light and fluffy.
  5. Divide the mousse evenly among serving cups or ramekins. Smooth the tops gently. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
  6. Right before serving, sprinkle the crushed peppermint candies and mini chocolate chips on top of each mousse cup.

Notes

  • Be careful melting the white chocolate; heat in short intervals and stir frequently to avoid seizing.
  • Whip the cream to soft peaks for the best mousse texture—avoid over or under-whipping.
  • Gently fold melted chocolate into the whipped cream to keep the mousse airy and light.
  • Refrigerate the mousse cups for at least 2 hours or overnight for optimal flavor and texture.
  • For a festive touch, drizzle melted dark chocolate over the mousse before adding crushed peppermint candies.