Easy S’mores Chocolate Mousse

Total Time Prep: 10 min. Cook: 15 min. + chilling
Yield 6 servings
Mini marshmallows take the place of an egg yolk and gelatin packet in this easy s'mores chocolate mousse recipe.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream, divided
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups miniature marshmallows
  • GARNISH:
  • 2 whole graham crackers, broken into segments
  • 18 miniature marshmallows

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan, combine 1/2 cup heavy cream, chocolate chips, espresso powder, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla and salt. Heat over medium-low until the chocolate is melted, stirring occasionally. Add marshmallows in two batches, stirring until mostly melted before adding more. Remove from the heat; transfer to a large mixing bowl. Cool to room temperature, at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Meanwhile, to make the whipped cream, in a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat the remaining 1-1/2 cups heavy cream and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon vanilla on medium speed until stiff peaks form.
  3. Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until no streaks remain. Spoon into six dessert cups. Cover; chill at least 2 hours.
  4. To make the garnish, place graham cracker segments on a baking sheet. Top each segment with 3 mini marshmallows. Place under a broiler until lightly toasted, 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a plate; use the back of a spoon to gently flatten the marshmallows. Garnish each mousse cup with a graham cracker to serve.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 517 calories, 38g fat (23g saturated fat), 90mg cholesterol, 275mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (35g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein.