Elegant in presentation and irresistible in taste, these layered mousse cups are a delightful way to elevate your afternoon. With their smooth textures and a delicate balance of strawberry, white chocolate, and milk chocolate, they offer a refined yet playful experience for the palate.
You can serve them during lunch, dinner party, or simply when you want to indulge in a quiet moment of sweetness. Each spoonful delivers a light, creamy satisfaction, making it a sweet treat that will surprise and delight your guests.
What are Triple Chocolate Strawberry Mousse Cups?
Think of these mousse cups as a playful, modern twist on the classic French mousse, only taller, prettier, and stacked like a delicious chocolate trifecta.
Traditionally, mousse dates back to 18th-century France, where it was celebrated for its taste. The word mousse literally means “foam,” and that’s exactly what you’re getting. A fluffy, melt-on-your-tongue dessert that feels like it shouldn’t be legal.
Pro Tips for the Best Mousse Cups
- Propping your glasses at an angle when pouring each layer makes for an elegant diagonal look. Super fancy with minimal effort!
- Always let each layer set before adding the next, or you’ll end up with a swirly mess unless you want mousse tie-dye.
- Don’t overwhip the cream. Soft peaks are your friend. Stiff cream makes your mousse grainy.
- Use high-quality chocolate because this isn’t the time for mystery-brand chocolate bars, so splurge a little. Your tastebuds will thank you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make these mousse cups ahead of time?
Absolutely. They’re actually better after chilling for a few hours, which means they’re your best friend for dinner parties.
Do I have to use gelatin?
Gelatin is what helps the mousse hold its shape in these layered cups. Without it, you’d have more of a soft pudding. If you’re vegetarian, swap in agar-agar and just follow the package instructions.
How long do they need to chill?
Each layer needs at least 30 minutes, but if you have time, 45 is even safer to make sure they’re fully set.
Can I switch the fruits?
Sure! Raspberries, blueberries, or even mango would be lovely in place of strawberries.
How do I keep the layers neat?
Use a piping bag or even a zip-top bag with a corner snipped off to gently pipe each mousse in. It gives you much more control.
How to Store Mousse Cups
Store them in the fridge, loosely covered with plastic wrap, for up to 3 days. Avoid the freezer as the mousse tends to get grainy once thawed.
Ingredients
How to Make Triple Chocolate Strawberry Mousse Cups
Start by adding your diced strawberries and water to a small pot over medium heat. Let it simmer gently until the strawberries are softened and have released all their lovely juices.
Start by adding your diced strawberries and water to a small pot over medium heat. Let it simmer gently until the strawberries are softened and have released all their lovely juices.
Strain the strawberry mixture into a bowl. While it’s still warm, stir in 200g of melted white chocolate until smooth. Place a glass at an angle in a dish and pour the mixture so that it is tilted. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Strain the strawberry mixture into a bowl. While it’s still warm, stir in 200g of melted white chocolate until smooth. Place a glass at an angle in a dish and pour the mixture so that it is tilted. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Add 2 gelatin sheets to the melted white chocolate. Then, beat the double cream and add the white chocolate and mix well.
Add 2 gelatin sheets to the melted white chocolate. Then, beat the double cream and add the white chocolate and mix well.
Place your serving glasses at an angle and carefully pour the mixture over the set strawberry until it comes up the side. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until set. This is your time to kick back or sneak a spoonful of leftover mousse.
Place your serving glasses at an angle and carefully pour the mixture over the set strawberry until it comes up the side. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until set. This is your time to kick back or sneak a spoonful of leftover mousse.
Add to the white chocolate 2 more gelatin sheets and stir until dissolved. Beat double cream and add the white chocolate and mix well.
Add to the white chocolate 2 more gelatin sheets and stir until dissolved. Beat double cream and add the white chocolate and mix well.
Pour this gently over the set strawberry and milk layer, keeping the glasses tilted, then put them back into the fridge for another 30 minutes.
Pour this gently over the set strawberry and milk layer, keeping the glasses tilted, then put them back into the fridge for another 30 minutes.
When you’re ready to serve, add a swirl of whipped cream on top and finish with a fresh strawberry. Then grab a long spoon and dive through those luscious layers.
When you’re ready to serve, add a swirl of whipped cream on top and finish with a fresh strawberry. Then grab a long spoon and dive through those luscious layers.
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