Description
This 10-Minute Cheesecake Mousse is a quick and creamy dessert that’s perfect for carnivore-friendly diets. Made with whipped heavy cream and smooth cream cheese, it offers a rich, airy texture and subtle flavor notes of vanilla and cinnamon. Ideal for a light, indulgent treat that requires no baking.
Ingredients
Cheesecake Mousse Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, plus extra for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Whip the Heavy Cream: Using an electric hand mixer, whip the heavy cream in a medium-sized bowl on high speed until medium peaks form, about 3 to 5 minutes. The cream should be soft and airy without becoming overmixed.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In a separate bowl, add the softened cream cheese along with the vanilla extract and cinnamon if using. Mix with a spoon until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Fold in Whipped Cream: Gently fold half of the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture to lighten it. Once incorporated, fold in the remaining whipped cream carefully until evenly mixed, maintaining the airy texture.
- Assemble the Mousse: Spoon or pipe the mousse into individual dessert glasses or ramekins, smoothing the tops for a clean presentation.
- Chill and Garnish: Chill the mousse until ready to serve. Just before serving, garnish with a light sprinkle of cinnamon or your preferred topping.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easier mixing and a smoother mousse.
- Optional vanilla extract and cinnamon add subtle flavor but can be omitted for a more basic mousse.
- Do not overwhip the heavy cream to avoid turning it into butter.
- The mousse can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated for a few hours to enhance flavor and texture.
- For a festive touch, top with fresh berries or a sprinkle of grated dark chocolate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
