This Oreo Cheesecake Mousse is a creamy, indulgent dessert that combines the rich flavors of cream cheese, mascarpone, and crushed Oreos, topped with a smooth chocolate ganache. This no-bake dessert is perfect for any occasion, offering a delightful blend of textures and flavors in every bite.
Why You'll Love This: This mousse is incredibly rich and creamy, with the perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess from the cream cheese and mascarpone. The addition of crushed Oreos provides a delightful crunch, while the chocolate ganache adds a luscious, velvety finish. Easy to make and elegantly served, this dessert is sure to impress.
Perfect Occasion: Ideal for dinner parties, special occasions, or as a decadent treat for yourself. This mousse is perfect for serving in individual cups or glasses, making it a beautiful and impressive dessert for any event. Its no-bake nature also makes it a great choice for warmer weather when you want a delicious dessert without turning on the oven.
Decoration Tips: For an extra touch of elegance, top each serving with a drizzle of chocolate ganache, a sprinkle of crushed Oreos, and a dollop of whipped cream. You can also add a fresh berry or a mint leaf for a pop of color. Serving in clear glasses or cups allows the layers to be visible, enhancing the visual appeal.
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 160g Oreo cookies
- 30g salted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Mousse:
- 215g cream cheese, softened
- 135g mascarpone, softened
- 200g heavy cream
- 145g crushed Oreo cookies
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 87g powdered sugar
For the Chocolate Ganache:
- 122g white chocolate (or semi-sweet chocolate, if preferred)
- 55g heavy whipping cream
Instructions:
Prepare the Crust:
- In a food processor, crush the Oreo cookies until they are fine crumbs.
- In a bowl, combine the crushed Oreos with the melted butter and mix until well combined.
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of serving cups or glasses to form the crust. Set aside.
Make the Cheesecake Mousse:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and mascarpone together until smooth and creamy.
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and beat until well incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
- Fold in the crushed Oreo cookies, reserving a small amount for garnish.
Prepare the Chocolate Ganache:
- In a heatproof bowl, add the chopped white chocolate.
- In a small saucepan, heat the heavy whipping cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Do not boil.
- Pour the hot cream over the white chocolate and let it sit for a minute. Then, stir until the chocolate is completely melted and the ganache is smooth.
Assemble the Mousse:
- Spoon or pipe the cheesecake mousse over the prepared crust in each serving cup.
- Drizzle the chocolate ganache over the top of the mousse.
- Garnish with the reserved crushed Oreos.
Chill and Serve:
- Refrigerate the mousse for at least 2 hours or until set.
- Serve chilled and enjoy this creamy, decadent Oreo Cheesecake Mousse with a luscious chocolate ganache topping.
Enjoy this delightful Oreo Cheesecake Mousse, a perfect blend of creamy cheesecake and crunchy Oreos, topped with rich chocolate ganache!