If you love layered desserts that look every bit as luxurious as they taste, this Triple Chocolate Mousse Cheesecake is a true showstopper. With a buttery chocolate cookie crust and three silky mousse layers—dark, milk, and white chocolate—this dessert offers a stunning presentation and irresistible flavor in every bite. Each mousse is creamy, smooth, and light, yet rich enough to satisfy any chocolate lover. The layers set beautifully, creating a gorgeous slice that’s ideal for holidays, birthdays, or any time you want a dessert that feels special.

Despite its impressive look, this recipe is surprisingly approachable. Each mousse layer comes together easily, and the chilling time ensures perfect texture from top to bottom. As elegant as it is decadent, this cheesecake is guaranteed to be the star of any dessert table.

Ingredients

Crust

• 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Dark Chocolate Mousse Layer

• 8 oz dark chocolate, chopped
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Milk Chocolate Mousse Layer

• 8 oz milk chocolate, chopped
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar

White Chocolate Mousse Layer

• 8 oz white chocolate, chopped
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Decoration

• Chocolate curls
• Cocoa powder
• Mini truffles or chocolate pieces

Instructions

Prepare the Crust

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
2. Combine chocolate cookie crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until evenly moistened.
3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
4. Bake for 8 minutes, then allow to cool completely.

Dark Chocolate Mousse Layer

5. Melt the dark chocolate and let it cool slightly.
6. Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
7. In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
8. Fold in the melted chocolate, then gently fold in the whipped cream.
9. Spread the mousse evenly over the cooled crust. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Milk Chocolate Mousse Layer

10. Repeat the same process using the milk chocolate: melt chocolate, whip cream, blend cream cheese mixture, and fold together.
11. Spread the milk chocolate mousse gently over the chilled dark chocolate layer.
12. Chill for another 30 minutes.

White Chocolate Mousse Layer

13. Melt the white chocolate and let cool slightly.
14. Whip the cream to soft peaks.
15. Beat the cream cheese with powdered sugar.
16. Fold in the melted white chocolate, then fold in the whipped cream until smooth.
17. Spread this final layer over the milk chocolate mousse.
18. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to fully set.

Decorate

19. Before serving, garnish with chocolate curls, a light dusting of cocoa powder, and mini truffles or chocolate pieces for an elegant finish.

Tips for Success

• Be sure each mousse layer is chilled before adding the next to maintain sharp, clean layers.
• Allow the melted chocolate to cool slightly before folding it into the cream cheese mixture so it doesn’t seize or melt the whipped cream.
• For the smoothest texture, use full-fat cream cheese and heavy cream.
• This cheesecake slices best after chilling overnight.

Nutrition and Serving

Approx. 520 kcal per slice

Slice with a hot, clean knife for perfect layers. Serve chilled and enjoy the contrast of three silky chocolate mousses on a buttery chocolate crumb crust.