Description
Celebrate the magic of St. Patrick’s Day with these Creamy St. Patrick’s Lucky Mint Chip Mousse Cups! This light-as-air dessert is rich, smooth, and bursting with cool mint flavor and mini chocolate chips. The vibrant green color makes it perfect for festive gatherings, while the silky texture makes every spoonful melt in your mouth. Easy to prepare and crowd-pleasing, these mousse cups are ideal for parties, family dinners, or a fun holiday treat.
Ingredients
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2 cups (480 ml) heavy whipping cream
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1/2 cup (60 g) powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon mint extract
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup (90 g) mini chocolate chips (semi-sweet recommended)
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A few drops green food coloring (optional)
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Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
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Prepare the Base:
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. -
Whip the Cream:
Gradually add the heavy whipping cream and whip until the mixture thickens and doubles in volume. It should be light and fluffy. -
Add Flavor:
Mix in the mint extract, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt. Add green food coloring if desired and mix gently. -
Fold in Chocolate Chips:
Stir in the mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed. -
Assemble:
Spoon the mousse into individual serving cups or dessert glasses. -
Chill:
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set. -
Garnish & Serve:
Top with whipped cream, extra chocolate chips, fresh mint leaves, or chocolate shavings before serving.
Notes
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Do not overmix after adding the whipped cream to maintain a light texture.
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Add garnishes just before serving for best presentation.
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For an adult twist, add 1 tablespoon Irish whiskey.
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For a stronger mint flavor, substitute peppermint extract (use slightly less).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mousse cup
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 22 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
Keywords: mint chocolate mousse, St. Patrick’s Day dessert, mint chip mousse cups, festive green dessert, no-bake mousse