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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
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Combine chocolate cookie crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until evenly moistened.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Bake for 8 minutes, then allow to cool completely.
Dark Chocolate Mousse Layer
- Melt the dark chocolate and let it cool slightly.
- Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Fold in the melted chocolate, then gently fold in the whipped cream.
- Spread the mousse evenly over the cooled crust. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Milk Chocolate Mousse Layer
- Repeat the same process using the milk chocolate: melt chocolate, whip cream, blend cream cheese mixture, and fold together.
- Spread the milk chocolate mousse gently over the chilled dark chocolate layer.
- Chill for another 30 minutes.
White Chocolate Mousse Layer
- Melt the white chocolate and let cool slightly.
- Whip the cream to soft peaks.
- Beat the cream cheese with powdered sugar.
- Fold in the melted white chocolate, then fold in the whipped cream until smooth.
- Spread this final layer over the milk chocolate mousse.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to fully set.
Decorate
- 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.
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Ingredients
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Dark Chocolate Mousse Layer:
- 8 oz dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Milk Chocolate Mousse Layer:
- 8 oz milk chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
For the White Chocolate Mousse Layer:
- 8 oz white chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- For Decoration:
- Chocolate curls
- Cocoa powder
- Mini truffles or chocolate pieces
Instructions
Instructions:
Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Mix chocolate cookie crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 8 minutes, then cool completely
- Prepare the Dark Chocolate Mousse:
- Melt dark chocolate and let cool slightly. Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form. In another bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla. Fold in melted chocolate, then fold in whipped cream. Spread over cooled crust and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Prepare the Milk Chocolate Mousse:
- Repeat the same process using milk chocolate. Spread the layer gently over the dark chocolate mousse. Chill for another 30 minutes.
Prepare the White Chocolate Mousse:
- Melt white chocolate and whip the cream. Combine with cream cheese mixture and fold until smooth. Spread over the milk chocolate layer. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
Decorate:
- Top with chocolate curls, dust with cocoa powder, and garnish with truffles or chocolate chips for an elegant finish.
Notes
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 40 minutes (includes chilling)
- Kcal: ~520 kcal per slice
- Servings: 12
