Description
Delight in these rich and creamy Chocolate Raspberry Mousse Bites, perfect mini desserts for any occasion. Combining smooth semi-sweet chocolate, fresh raspberry puree, and airy whipped cream, these no-bake treats are elegantly nestled in crisp phyllo cups or chocolate shells and topped with fresh raspberries and optional garnishes for a sophisticated finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Mousse
- 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream, chilled
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup raspberry puree, strained to remove seeds
Assembly & Garnish
- 12 mini phyllo cups or dark chocolate shells
- Fresh raspberries, for topping
- Shaved chocolate or mint leaves (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Melt Chocolate and Butter: Place the chopped semi-sweet chocolate and unsalted butter in a heatproof bowl. Melt gently using a double boiler or microwave the mixture in 20-second increments, stirring after each interval until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly but not harden.
- Whip Cream: In a clean mixing bowl, whip the chilled heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form, ensuring the cream is airy and fluffy for the mousse base.
- Combine Mousse Ingredients: Gently fold the cooled melted chocolate mixture and raspberry puree into the whipped cream. Carefully combine until the mousse is fully incorporated and smooth without deflating the whipped cream.
- Fill Cups: Spoon or pipe the prepared chocolate raspberry mousse into the mini phyllo cups or dark chocolate shells, filling each evenly.
- Chill to Set: Place the filled cups in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour to allow the mousse to firm up and set properly.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, top each mousse bite with a fresh raspberry. Optionally, garnish with shaved chocolate or fresh mint leaves for added elegance and flavor.
Notes
- Use store-bought raspberry puree or prepare fresh by blending and straining raspberries to avoid seeds.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute coconut cream for heavy cream and use dairy-free chocolate.
- These mousse bites can be made up to one day ahead and stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
