Description
This Cookies and Cream Mousse is a luscious no-bake dessert combining creamy whipped cream, rich cream cheese, and crunchy chocolate sandwich cookies. It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing treat that’s perfect for any occasion, featuring a smooth, fluffy texture and irresistible cookies and cream flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Mousse
- 1 ¾ cups heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 12 chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed
For Topping (Optional)
- Additional crushed chocolate sandwich cookies
Instructions
- Whip the Cream: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form, which means the cream holds its shape but still softly bends when the beaters are lifted.
- Add Sweeteners and Flavor: Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the whipped cream and continue beating until stiff peaks form, indicating a firm yet fluffy texture perfect for mousse.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Base: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain for a silky mousse.
- Combine Mixtures: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula. Folding carefully keeps the mousse airy and light while fully incorporating both components.
- Add Cookies: Fold in the crushed chocolate sandwich cookies evenly into the combined mousse mixture, distributing them throughout for crunchy, flavorful bites.
- Chill the Mousse: Spoon the mousse into serving glasses or bowls. Place in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours to allow the mousse to set and flavors to meld.
- Serve: Before serving, optionally garnish with additional crushed cookies on top for extra texture and decorative appeal.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps and achieve a smooth texture.
- For a lighter version, substitute low-fat cream cheese or use whipped topping instead of fresh whipped cream.
- Chilling time is crucial to help the mousse set properly; do not skip or shorten it significantly.
