Description
This Cookies and Cream Mousse is a decadent, no-bake dessert featuring crushed Oreo cookies folded into a light and fluffy cream cheese and whipped cream mixture. Perfectly chilled and garnished with extra Oreos, this mousse delivers creamy texture and rich cookie flavor in every bite, making it an easy yet elegant treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookies
- 12 Oreo cookies (crushed, divided)
Mousse
- 1½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Garnish
- Extra crushed cookies or cookie halves for garnish
Instructions
- Whip the Cream: In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Set aside to keep the whipped cream light and airy.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain for a silky mousse base.
- Combine Mixtures: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined and fluffy, careful not to deflate the whipped cream, creating a light texture.
- Add Cookies: Stir in 8 of the crushed Oreos into the combined mixture to distribute the cookie pieces throughout the mousse evenly.
- Assemble: Spoon or pipe the mousse into serving glasses or bowls for a polished presentation.
- Garnish: Top each serving with the remaining crushed cookies or decorate with half an Oreo cookie for an attractive finish.
- Chill: Refrigerate the mousse for at least 1 hour before serving to allow it to set and develop the best texture.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute part of the heavy whipping cream with whipped topping to reduce richness.
- This mousse can be layered with additional cookie crumbs between layers to create a parfait-style dessert presentation.
