Nutella mousse cups are rich, creamy, airy, and delicious. Whipped together in just minutes with a handful of ingredients before it's ready to set in the refrigerator, this no bake dessert is easier to make than you think! With nutella as the main ingredient, this treat has it all — chocolately, nutty, sweet, and so good. Plus, it stores well and is freezer-friendly so you can make a big batch ahead of time to satisfy any last minute sugar cravings that are bound to pop up. Perfect for Valentine's Day, Date Night, or any time you are want to serve something sweet.
Why You'll Love Nutella Mousse Cups
- Quick and easy to make. For a dessert that seems really complicated to make, nutella mouse cups are so easy to make. If you haven't made homemade mousse before, then you are in for a treat. It comes together in literally minutes with a handful of ingredients before it's ready to be set in the refrigerator.
- Nutella is the main ingredient. If you don't already know, I am obsessed with Nutella (like these Nutella Crepes or Nutella Buttercream Frosting). I have been enjoying it since I was a child in Spain. Nutella is everywhere there. My mom would always buy me buns spread with Nutella. Yes, they sell packaged bread already spread with Nutella over there! But when I moved to Canada, these Nutella buns were non-existent. It wasn't until my teen years that I discovered Nutella again.
- No bake dessert. Eating Nutella in the form of mousse? Well, that is when you know life can't get any better. This mousse is so light, airy, creamy and rich that it's hard to put down.
Ingredient Notes
To make this easy and delicious Nutella Mousse Cups, you will need the following ingredients (full quantities in recipe card below):
- cream cheese - you can substitute this with mascarpone cheese.
- nutella
- vanilla extract - since this is a no bake recipe, I recommend using non-alcoholic vanilla extract.
- heavy cream - also called whipping cream.
- granulated sugar
- cocoa powder - use unsweetened cocoa powder as we are already getting a lot of sweetness from the nutella and sugar.
Toppings
Feel free to serve the nutella mousse in individual cups as is. You can also top them with your favorite toppings. Try:
- whipped cream and shaved chocolate or mini chocolate chips
- ferrero rocher chocolates and raspberries
- whipped cream and sprinkles (customize the colors based on a holiday that you are serving this during)
You will also need measuring cups and spoons, mixing bowls, and hand mixer.
How to Make the Best Nutella Mousse Cups
- Beat cheese and nutella. In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer and beat the cream cheese until light and fluffy. Add Nutella and vanilla extract and continue to beat until everything is smooth and fully blended together. Rinse the tongs on your mixer.
- Beat remaining ingredients. In a separate smaller mixing bowl, whip the cream using your hand mixer set on low-medium speed until you form soft peaks. Add the sugar and cocoa powder and set the mixer to high and continue to whip until you reach stiff peaks.
- Combine. Gently fold the whipping cream mixture into the Nutella/cream cheese mixture until fully combined with no streaks visible.
- Refrigerate to set. Transfer the mousse into individual sized serving cups. You can pipe them to make the transfer easier. At this stage, the mousse will be very soft. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let the mousse set. If you have time, leave it overnight.
- Serve. Serve as it or top off the mouse with your favorite toppings such as whipped cream and shaved chocolate or Ferrero Rocher chocolates.
Storing Instructions
- How to store: To store these nutella mousse cups, cover them tightly with plastic cling wrap and store in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- How to freeze: You can also freeze mousse for up to one month in an airtight container. Allow it to thaw overnight in the fridge before eating.
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Recipe
Nutella Mousse Cups
- Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 3-4 servings
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Nutella mousse cups are rich, creamy, airy, and delicious. No bake and whipped together in just minutes with a few ingredients before it's ready to chill.
Ingredients
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- ⅓ cup nutella
- ½ tablespoon vanilla extract
- ⅔ cup heavy cream (or whipping cream)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder, unsweetened
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer and beat the cream cheese until light and fluffy.
- Add Nutella and vanilla extract and continue to beat until everything is smooth and fully blended together.
- In a separate smaller mixing bowl, whip the cream using your hand mixer set on low-medium speed until you form soft peaks. Add the sugar and cocoa powder and set the mixer to high and continue to whip until you reach stiff peaks.
- Gently fold the whipping cream mixture into the Nutella/cream cheese mixture until fully combined with no streaks visible.
- Transfer the mousse into individual sized serving cups. You can pipe them to make the transfer easier. At this stage, the mousse will be very soft. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let the mousse set. If you have time, leave it overnight.
- Serve as it or top off the mouse with your favorite toppings such as whipped cream and shaved chocolate.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Chill Time: 2 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Amber says
This looks amazing. I love nuttela! I will have to pin and try this out.
Sam | Ahead of Thyme says
Yes, try it!! You will love it!
Marts says
This is so mouthwatering! I love ferrero rocher. Thanks for this!
Sam | Ahead of Thyme says
You're welcome! 🙂
Christia Colquitt says
I cannot think of two things that go better together. Nutella Mousse is genius!
Sam | Ahead of Thyme says
I know!! Thanks! 🙂
Natalie says
I love this idea! Mousse is delicious and it's an easy make-ahead dessert for entertaining. I never considered making it with Nutella though. I'll have to give it a try!
Sam | Ahead of Thyme says
Yes, give it a try! You will be very pleased 🙂
Colette@JamericanSpice says
Ooh thank you for the recipe.
I would definitely love to taste this mousse cup!
Sam | Ahead of Thyme says
Hope you enjoy it as much as I did! 🙂
Rachel C says
Nutella and Ferrero Rocher are two of my favourite things - can't wait to try making his!!
Sam | Ahead of Thyme says
You will love it! 🙂