Description
These Peppermint Cheesecake Mousse Cups are a delightful dessert that combines a creamy, rich cheesecake flavor with a refreshing hint of peppermint, perfect for any festive occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- to taste Chocolate shavings
- to taste Crushed peppermint candies
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
- Add the vanilla and peppermint extracts, stirring gently until combined.
- Spoon the mousse mixture into serving cups, leaving space for garnishing.
- Place the mousse cups in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to chill.
- Before serving, garnish with chocolate shavings and crushed peppermint candies.
- Serve and enjoy your Peppermint Cheesecake Mousse Cups!
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature to avoid lumps.
- Can substitute powdered sugar with sugar alternatives for lower sugar content.
- Coconut cream can be used as a dairy-free alternative for heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Keywords: Peppermint Cheesecake Mousse Cups, dessert, festive dessert, cheesecake, peppermint