Description
No-Bake Chocolate Mousse Bars are a decadent, creamy dessert featuring a crunchy chocolate cookie crust, a light and fluffy chocolate mousse layer, and a smooth chocolate ganache topping. Easy to prepare with no baking required, these bars are perfect for chocolate lovers looking for an elegant treat that sets in the refrigerator.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust
- 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- ½ cup melted butter
For the Mousse Filling
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Layer
- ¾ cup semisweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup heavy cream
For Garnish
- ½ cup whipped cream
- Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter. Mix well until the crumbs are evenly coated with butter.
- Press Crust: Firmly press the mixture into the bottom of an 8×8-inch dish to form the crust layer. Place the dish in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the mousse filling.
- Make the Mousse: In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream, melted semisweet chocolate chips, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until the mixture becomes fluffy and light, forming the mousse.
- Spread Mousse: Evenly spread the chocolate mousse over the chilled crust layer in the dish. Return to the refrigerator to set while you prepare the chocolate layer.
- Add the Chocolate Layer: Warm the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it is heated through but not boiling. Pour the warm cream over the semisweet chocolate chips in a bowl. Let sit for a minute to soften, then stir until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
- Spread Chocolate Layer: Spread the chocolate ganache evenly over the mousse layer in the dish.
- Chill to Set: Cover and refrigerate the bars for at least 4 hours, or until fully set and firm.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, top the bars with whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings or a sprinkle of cocoa powder if desired.
- Slice and Enjoy: Cut into bars and serve chilled for a rich, creamy dessert experience.
Notes
- Ensure the heavy cream for the chocolate layer is warm but not boiling to prevent seizing the chocolate when combining.
- You can substitute semisweet chocolate chips with dark or milk chocolate depending on your preference.
- Chilling the bars overnight will improve the texture and make slicing easier.
- Optionally, use gluten-free chocolate cookie crumbs to make the dessert gluten-free.
- Store the bars in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days for best freshness.
