Shortcut Mocha Mousse
Shortcut mocha mousse is an easy pudding-based dessert with melted chocolate, coffee, and whipped topping for a creamy, no-fuss treat.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp milk, for melting the chocolate
- 1 tsp instant coffee granules
- 1 ounce semi-sweet baking chocolate
- 1 ⅓ cups cold milk, for the pudding
- 1 (3.9-ounce) package instant chocolate pudding
- 2 cups frozen whipped topping, thawed, light or regular
Recommended Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Small saucepan
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the 2 tablespoons of milk with the instant coffee and chocolate. Cook, stirring constantly, until the chocolate is melted. Remove from the heat and let the mixture cool slightly, until warm or room temperature.2 tbsp milk | 1 tsp instant coffee granules | 1 ounce semi-sweet baking chocolate
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the 1 1/3 cups cold milk with the pudding mix until well blended and thickened, about 2 minutes. Blend the melted chocolate mixture into the pudding.1 1/3 cups cold milk | 1 (3.9-ounce) package instant chocolate pudding
- Fold in the whipped topping until well blended. Spoon into dessert dishes and refrigerate until chilled or until serving time.2 cups frozen whipped topping, thawed
Tip: The chocolate mixture can be warm, but don’t add it while it’s hot, or it may thin the pudding.
Tip: Fold in the whipped topping gently to keep the mousse light.
Nutrition
Calories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 43mgPotassium: 147mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 117IUCalcium: 94mgIron: 0.3mg
Disclaimer:
Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.
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