Chocolate Mousse Cupcakes
If you are looking for the most amazing Chocolate Mousse Cake that is in perfect portion sizes, you have to make these Chocolate Mousse Cupcakes. Rich, creamy, and simply perfection, these cupcakes are sure to win over even the pickiest dessert connoisseur.
Prep Time30 minutes mins
Cook Time21 minutes mins
Total Time51 minutes mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chocolate Mousse cake
Servings: 22
Calories: 694kcal
- 1 box triple chocolate cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter
- 1 cup whole milk
Cupcake Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
Line cupcake pan with the black cupcake liners.
In a medium bowl, add the cake mix, butter, milk, stir until combined.
Fill cupcake liners 3/4 of the way full.
Bake in the oven for about 21 minutes.
Pull out the cupcakes and allow them to cool.
Mousse Directions
Using a medium sauce pan, mix together the egg yolks, powdered sugar, and ⅓ heavy whipping cream and place over low heat until it starts to thicken and almost is doubled in size while continuing to whisk consistently.
Remove from heat and stir in the chocolate chips until melted.
Allow to cool to room temperature.
In a large bowl, beat the 1 ⅓ Cup heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form.
Whisk ¼ Cup of the whipped cream into the melted chocolate to lighten it.
Scoop ¼ Cup of the whipped cream into the piping bag and set aside.
Scoop all the the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture and fold gently until combined.
Fold in the crushed oreos.
Chocolate Ganache directions
Using a small pot, bring the heavy whipping cream to a slow boil.
Place the chocolate chips into a heat proof bowl.
Pour the hot heavy cream over the chocolate chips.
Let sit for 1 minute before whisking until smooth.
Frosting Directions
Using a standing mixer, beat together the butter, powdered sugar, heavy whipping cream, and vanilla until smooth and stiff with peaks.
Scoop frosting into the piping bag.
Calories: 694kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 48g | Saturated Fat: 28g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 143mg | Sodium: 208mg | Potassium: 277mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 50g | Vitamin A: 1193IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 103mg | Iron: 3mg