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Peanut Butter Mousse

A smooth, creamy, and irresistibly rich peanut butter mousse with a delicious nutty flavor. This elegant chilled dessert is perfect for peanut butter lovers, birthdays, dinner parties, holidays, and special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
rest time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ¾ cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • ½ cup crushed chocolate cookies optional
  • Chopped roasted peanuts for garnish
  • Chocolate shavings for garnish
  • Whipped cream optional
  • Caramel sauce optional

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Electric hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Rubber spatula
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Piping bag (optional)
  • 6 dessert glasses or ramekins
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add the peanut butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and milk.
  3. Beat until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
  5. Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture.
  6. Continue folding until the mousse is smooth, creamy, and evenly combined.
  7. If desired, place a layer of crushed chocolate cookies into the bottom of six dessert glasses.
  8. Spoon or pipe the peanut butter mousse evenly into the glasses.
  9. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until chilled and slightly firm.
  10. Before serving, top with whipped cream, chopped peanuts, chocolate shavings, or caramel sauce.
  11. Serve chilled and enjoy.

Notes

  • Use smooth, creamy peanut butter for the best mousse texture.
  • If using natural peanut butter, stir it thoroughly before measuring.
  • Make sure the cream cheese is softened before mixing.
  • Do not overwhip the heavy cream.
  • Fold the whipped cream gently to keep the mousse light and airy.
  • For a stronger chocolate flavor, add crushed chocolate cookies as a bottom layer.
  • Keep the mousse refrigerated until ready to serve.
  • For the best quality, enjoy within 2–3 days.