No-Bake Chocolate Mousse Cake

This no-bake chocolate mousse cake is pure elegance with zero oven time. A buttery cookie crust and a cloud of silky chocolate mousse come together with simple steps, then chill into a patisserie-worthy showpiece. Chocolate lovers should also try our Honey Cookies with Cinnamon and Ginger, and if you are in a baking mood, these Soft Sweet Buns Like Childhood are irresistible.

Ingredients

• 150 g (5.3 oz) cookies (digestive or shortbread)
• 50 g (3.5 tbsp) butter, melted
• For the mousse layer:
• 500 ml (2 cups) heavy cream, 33% fat
• 250 g (9 oz) chocolate (dark, milk, or a mix)
• 19 cm (7.5 inch) springform pan

Instructions

1. Crush the cookies into fine crumbs, mix with the melted butter, and press firmly into the bottom of the pan to form the crust. Refrigerate.
2. Melt the chocolate in a double boiler and let it cool slightly.
3. Whip the cream starting on low speed and gradually increasing, until firm, stable peaks form.
4. Set aside 2 tablespoons of melted chocolate for decoration (in a piping bag). Stir a spoonful of whipped cream into the remaining chocolate to temper it, then fold the chocolate into the whipped cream until smooth.
5. Spread the mousse over the chilled crust and smooth the top. Pipe a decorative pattern with the reserved chocolate.
6. Refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours before serving.

Tips

Let the melted chocolate cool slightly before combining — hot chocolate will deflate the whipped cream. For clean slices, dip a sharp knife in hot water and wipe it dry between cuts. Looking for more no-bake inspiration? Browse the dessert collections on allrecipes.com.

Nutrition (per 100 g): 149 kcal | Protein 5 g | Fat 4 g | Carbs 21 g.