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A close-up of light brown, airy Peanut Butter Mousse served in a clear glass bowl.

Simple Peanut Butter Mousse


  • Author: jekof.com
  • Total Time: 70 min
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A quick and light dessert made with peanut butter, cream, and powdered sugar.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Chill a mixing bowl and whisk attachment in the freezer for 10 minutes.
  2. Pour the heavy whipping cream into the chilled bowl.
  3. Beat the cream on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix the peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Gently fold the peanut butter mixture into the whipped cream in three additions until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Spoon the mousse into serving dishes.
  7. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

  • For a firmer mousse, chill for 2 hours.
  • You can substitute low-fat peanut butter, but the texture may change.
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 0 min
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 20
  • Sodium: 150
  • Fat: 28
  • Saturated Fat: 10
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 22
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 10
  • Cholesterol: 35

Keywords: peanut butter mousse, easy dessert, no bake, light dessert, sweet treat