Confetti Chocolate Mousse Mini Cups
Indulge in a delightful dessert experience with these Confetti Chocolate Mousse Mini Cups. Each cup features a luxurious dark chocolate mousse, lightened to perfection with whipped cream and egg whites, and topped with colorful sprinkles for a festive touch. Ideal for parties or cozy nights in, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into an Instagram-worthy treat that will bring joy to any gathering.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 6 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (pure if possible)
- ¼ cup colorful sprinkles
Instructions
- Melt the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl at 30-second intervals until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Beat the egg whites in another bowl until frothy; gradually add sugar and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the melted chocolate into the whipped cream, then carefully incorporate the beaten egg whites.
- Spoon the mousse into mini cups or glasses and chill in the refrigerator for at least two hours.
- Before serving, top with colorful sprinkles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cup (90g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - For a sweeter version, substitute dark chocolate with milk or white chocolate. - Enhance flavors with a pinch of sea salt or fresh berries as toppings. - Make ahead for best results; flavors meld beautifully after chilling overnight.