Description
Cool, creamy, and full of festive flavor, Peppermint Cheesecake Mousse Cups are a no-bake dessert dream. With a luscious peppermint cream cheese mousse layered over a rich chocolate cookie crust, each cup is topped with a swirl of whipped cream and crushed candy canes. This easy recipe is perfect for the holidays, quick desserts, or party treats—an ideal option for those searching for easy dessert ideas, holiday treats, or no-bake recipes. Whether for a Christmas party, winter dinner idea, or kid-friendly dessert, this mousse is a must-make!
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
2–3 drops red or pink food coloring (optional)
Sweetened whipped cream, for topping
Crushed peppermint candies or mini candy canes, for garnish
Instructions
1. Crush cookies in a food processor or zip-top bag with a rolling pin until fine. Mix with melted butter until evenly moistened. Spoon 2 tablespoons into each serving cup and press down lightly. Chill while preparing mousse.
2. Beat softened cream cheese and sugar in a large bowl until smooth. Add peppermint and vanilla extract.
3. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft to medium peaks form.
4. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture. If using food coloring, add now and fold until evenly distributed.
5. Spoon or pipe the mousse into prepared cups over the cookie base. Smooth tops if needed.
6. Top each cup with whipped cream and crushed peppermint or mini candy cane.
7. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
1. Make sure cream cheese is at room temperature to avoid lumps.
2. Whip the cream only to soft or medium peaks—overwhipping can ruin the texture.
3. Add the candy garnish just before serving to keep it crisp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: peppermint mousse, cheesecake cups, holiday dessert, no bake, easy Christmas dessert