Peanut Butter Mousse
Creamy, fluffy peanut butter mousse (and this chocolate mousse too!) are no-bake summer desserts that get made frequently. This is the perfect after-dinner treat!
Servings: 8
Calories: 482kcal
Ingredients
Peanut Butter Mousse Ingredients
- 1¼ cup heavy cream divided
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
OPTIONAL TOPPINGS
- sliced bananas
- hot fudge or chocolate sauce
- whipped cream
- crushed chocolate sandwich cookies
- shaved chocolate or sprinkles
Instructions
- Place 1 cup of cream in a mixing bowl and beat with an electric mixer until firm peaks form, about 2-3 minutes. Transfer the whipped cream to a small bowl and set aside.
- Combine the cream cheese, peanut butter, and vanilla in the same mixing bowl used for whipped cream. Beat until smooth, about 2 minutes. Add the powdered sugar and cornstarch and beat again, for about 1 minute.
- Slowly add the remaining ¼ cup of cream while beating until smooth and creamy, about 30 seconds. Use a spatula to gently stir in the reserved whipped cream until combined.
- Scoop the mousse into individual cups or a large serving dish. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Top with sliced bananas, hot fudge, crushed cookies, or whipped cream, if desired before serving.
Notes
Make your life easier when measuring peanut butter by greasing measuring cups with butter (or spray with nonstick spray) before measuring. The peanut butter will slide right out.
Nutrition
Calories: 482kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 71mg | Sodium: 238mg | Potassium: 256mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 927IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 1mg