Description
This Peanut Butter Mousse with Crunchy Peanuts is a creamy, no-bake dessert that combines smooth peanut butter with fluffy whipped cream, topped with crunchy roasted peanuts for added texture. Perfect for a quick and indulgent treat, it also offers optional honey or chocolate drizzle for extra sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Topping
- 2 tablespoons chopped roasted peanuts
Instructions
- Whip the Cream: In a large bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form, ensuring a light and airy texture for the mousse.
- Prepare Peanut Butter Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together the creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, honey (if using), and a pinch of salt until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Combine Mixtures: Gently fold one-third of the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture to lighten it. Then fold in the remaining whipped cream carefully until fully combined and fluffy, maintaining the airy consistency.
- Chill the Mousse: Spoon the mousse into serving glasses or bowls. Refrigerate and chill for at least 1 hour to allow the mousse to set and flavors to meld.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Just before serving, top the mousse with chopped roasted peanuts for crunch. Optionally, garnish with an extra drizzle of honey or melted chocolate to enhance the flavor and presentation.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with whipped coconut cream.
- Try layering the mousse with crushed cookies or chocolate shavings to create a parfait-style dessert.
- Keep the mousse refrigerated until ready to serve and consume within 2 days for best freshness and safety.