Peanut Butter Mousse

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Light and fluffy peanut butter mousse (without cream cheese) has a smooth, creamy texture and tons of rich peanut butter flavor. It's fast and easy to make in about 5 minutes with 5 basic ingredients. Easy dessert with minimal effort, perfect for a last-minute treat, holidays, and fuss-free entertaining.

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 724kcal

Author: Cara Lanz

Ingredients

½ cup + 2 tablespoons cold heavy cream, divided
⅓ cup powdered sugar
½ cup creamy peanut butter I use Skippy
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt

Instructions

In a large bowl, beat ½ cup heavy cream with the powdered sugar to medium peaks (peaks hold their shape and curl down at the tip).
In a separate small bowl, beat the peanut butter with 2 tablespoons cream, vanilla, and salt until smooth and fluffy.
Add the peanut butter mixture to the bowl of whipped cream. With a rubber spatula, gently fold the peanut butter mixture into the whipped cream until fully incorporated. This takes about 2 minutes.
Spoon or pipe mousse into ramekins and serve immediately or chill and serve later. Top with fresh whipped cream and chocolate shavings, mini chocolate chips, or crushed cookies.

Notes

For the fastest, fluffiest whipped cream, whip cold cream in a glass or metal bowl.
This peanut butter mousse firms up when chilled. Let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving to soften up.
Freeze leftover peanut butter mousse in small containers for a frozen treat that tastes like peanut butter ice cream.

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