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Mint Chip Mousse Cups
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Mint Chip Mousse Cups

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with these light and airy Mint Chip Mousse Cups, filled with mint flavor and mini chocolate chips for a delightful dessert experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Dessert, Party
Cuisine: American, Irish
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream (Chill for better whipping)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon mint extract
  • green food coloring (Optional for color)
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (Semi-sweet recommended)
  • 4 oz cream cheese (Softened)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • sea salt (a pinch)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Chill mixing bowls and beaters in the fridge for about 15 minutes.
  2. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth and creamy (about 2-3 minutes).
  3. Add vanilla extract and sea salt; mix well.
  4. In the chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form (about 3-4 minutes).
  5. Gradually add green food coloring and mint extract while whipping.
  6. Stop whipping when cream holds its shape but remains light and airy.
  7. Gently fold the cream cheese mixture into the whipped cream using a spatula with slow, sweeping motions to keep the mousse fluffy.
  8. Fold in the mini chocolate chips evenly throughout the mousse.
  9. Spoon the mousse into serving cups or ramekins, filling about 3/4 full.
  10. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best texture.
  11. Before serving, optionally garnish with fresh mint sprigs or extra chocolate chips.
  12. Serve with crisp shortbread or ginger snaps.