White Chocolate Mousse is a rich yet light dessert where smooth, melted white chocolate is combined with whipped cream (and sometimes cream cheese or egg whites) to produce a velvety, sweet, and airy texture perfect for elegant servings or decadent treats.

Why This White Chocolate Mousse Works

Uses quality white chocolate for signature creamy flavor.
Creamy texture is achieved by folding whipped cream into the white chocolate base, sometimes stabilized by cream cheese or egg whites.
No-bake and quick to assemble with chilling required for best setting.

Ingredients Commonly Used

White chocolate (high-quality bars or chips)
Heavy whipping cream, cold, for whipping
Optional: cream cheese or egg whites for extra structure
Powdered sugar and vanilla extract for added sweetness and aroma
Pinch of salt to balance flavors

Basic Preparation Steps

Melt white chocolate gently until smooth and set aside to cool slightly but not harden.
Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
Gently fold the melted white Chocolate into the whipped cream until combined, preserving the fluffy texture.
For recipes with egg whites or cream cheese, fold those in as per recipe specifics.
Chill mousse at least 1-4 hours to set fully.
Serve chilled, optionally garnished with white chocolate shavings, berries, or edible flowers.

Flavor Variations

Add citrus zest (lemon/orange) for brightness.
Mix in raspberry puree or passion fruit for tartness.
Infuse with vanilla bean or rose water for floral notes.

Serving Suggestions

Serve in glasses or ramekins, topped with fresh berries, Chocolate curls, or a light dusting of cocoa powder. Pairs well with espresso or dessert wines.

White Chocolate Mousse

Print Recipe

Indulge in the creamy, rich, and velvety texture of White Chocolate Mousse, a luscious dessert that’s easy to prepare and perfect for special occasions or a sweet treat any day.

Author: ssam
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 0 mins
Total Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
Yield: 6 servings 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Chilled
Cuisine: French
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Scale

8 oz white chocolate, chopped
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
3 large egg whites
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Melt white chocolate gently over a double boiler; set aside to cool slightly.
2. In a large bowl, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form.
3. In another bowl, beat egg whites with sugar and salt until stiff peaks form.
4. Fold melted white chocolate into whipped cream gently.
5. Carefully fold in the beaten egg whites until combined.
6. Spoon mousse into serving dishes and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

Use high-quality white chocolate for best flavor.
Serve with fresh berries or mint for garnish.
Can be prepared a day ahead for convenience.
Ensure egg whites are whipped properly for light texture.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/2 cup
Calories: 320
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 30mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 95mg

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