Description
This White Chocolate Cheesecake Mousse with Raspberry is a luscious, no-bake dessert combining creamy white chocolate, smooth cream cheese, and fresh raspberries for a light yet indulgent treat. Perfectly sweet and fluffy, it offers a refreshing marbled raspberry finish and is ideal for elegant entertaining or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Mousse
- 6 ounces white chocolate, chopped
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
- 1/2 cup fresh raspberries (plus more for garnish)
Optional Garnish
- White chocolate curls
- Crushed graham crackers
- Mint leaves
Instructions
- Melt the White Chocolate: Place the chopped white chocolate in a heatproof bowl and melt it gently over a saucepan of simmering water using the double boiler method, or microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring frequently until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly to avoid curdling the cream cheese.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Base: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract and continue beating until fully combined and creamy.
- Combine White Chocolate and Cream Cheese: Gradually pour the slightly cooled melted white chocolate into the cream cheese mixture, folding or beating gently until completely incorporated and smooth.
- Whip the Heavy Cream: In a separate chilled bowl, whip the cold heavy cream with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form, ensuring the mousse will be light and airy.
- Fold Whipped Cream into Mixture: Gently fold the whipped cream into the white chocolate cream cheese mixture using a spatula, maintaining the fluffiness without overmixing.
- Add Raspberries: Lightly mash the fresh raspberries with a fork to release some juice and gently fold them into the mousse to create a marbled effect without fully blending the berries.
- Chill the Mousse: Spoon or pipe the mousse into serving glasses or bowls. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the mousse to set properly and flavors to meld.
- Garnish and Serve: Just before serving, garnish with additional fresh raspberries, white chocolate curls, crushed graham crackers, and mint leaves as desired for added texture and color.
Notes
- For a smoother raspberry flavor layer, substitute mashed raspberries with a raspberry sauce or puree.
- This mousse can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days without sacrificing texture.
- Consider serving in mini dessert cups or jars for an elegant presentation at parties or gatherings.
