Description
Silky peanut butter mousse with crunchy peanuts creates a luxurious dessert blending creamy richness and nutty texture. Guests will savor this indulgent treat that balances smooth mousse with crisp roasted peanut garnish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup smooth peanut butter
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- ¼ cup chopped roasted peanuts
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Whip Cream Preparation: Utilize an electric mixer in a spacious bowl to transform heavy cream into soft, billowy peaks that maintain their structure without becoming overly rigid. Carefully set aside the whipped cream in a separate container.
- Peanut Butter Base Creation: In a pristine mixing bowl, amalgamate peanut butter with powdered sugar, introducing vanilla extract and a subtle salt accent. Blend ingredients meticulously until achieving a velvety, homogeneous texture that promises rich flavor depth.
- Cream Integration and Folding: Gently fold the previously whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture using a sweeping motion. Execute this technique with precision, ensuring the cream’s airy volume remains intact while creating a harmonious, light-textured mousse.
- Nutty Enhancement: Sprinkle roasted peanuts throughout the mousse, stirring with care to guarantee an even distribution of crunchy elements that will provide delightful textural contrast.
- Chilling and Presentation: Artfully transfer the mousse into elegant serving vessels, sculpting smooth, graceful surfaces. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the dessert to solidify and develop a luxurious, chilled consistency that tantalizes the palate.
Notes
- Whip Cream Perfectly: Ensure mixer speed is medium-high to create soft peaks without overbeating, which can make cream grainy and butter-like.
- Blend Peanut Butter Smoothly: Sift powdered sugar to prevent lumps and create a silky, uniform texture that integrates seamlessly with other ingredients.
- Fold Gently: Use a spatula with light, circular motions to maintain the whipped cream’s airiness, preventing deflation and keeping the mousse light and fluffy.
- Customize Texture: Toast peanuts beforehand for enhanced nutty flavor and extra crunch, or swap with alternative nuts like almonds for dietary variations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 95 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg