Coffee Mousse Dessert (Simple, Creamy & Elegant)
A smooth, airy mousse made with strong coffee and whipped cream, lightly sweetened and perfect for coffee lovers. An easy no-bake dessert for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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½ cup strong brewed coffee or 2 tsp instant espresso in ½ cup hot water
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1 tsp unflavored gelatin
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1 tbsp cold water
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1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
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¼–⅓ cup granulated sugar (to taste)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
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Optional toppings: whipped cream, cocoa powder, chocolate curls
Instructions
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Bloom gelatin in 1 tbsp cold water for 5 minutes.
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Heat brewed coffee gently and stir in gelatin until dissolved. Let cool.
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Whip heavy cream with sugar, vanilla, and a pinch of salt to soft peaks.
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Fold cooled coffee mixture into whipped cream until smooth.
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Spoon into serving cups.
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Chill for at least 3 hours until set.
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Top as desired before serving.
Notes
For mocha mousse, add melted dark chocolate to the coffee mixture. Use espresso powder for stronger flavor. Chill utensils for better whipped cream results.