Dessert should be indulgent, effortless, and packed with enough coffee to keep you awake for another round. These Coffee Mousse Cups check every box. Velvety, airy mousse meets bold espresso, topped with fresh fruit for a pop of sweetness. They’re fancy enough to impress guests but easy enough to make on a random Tuesday. No baking, no stress—just pure, caffeinated bliss in every spoonful. If your sweet tooth and coffee addiction ever wanted a love child, this is it. So grab a spoon and get ready to question why you haven’t been making this all along.
Coffee Mousse Cups with Fresh Fruit
Light and creamy coffee mousse pairs with juicy fresh fruit for a perfectly balanced dessert that feels elegant but requires minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp espresso powder
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup mixed fresh fruit strawberries, raspberries, or whatever isn’t rotting in your fridge
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk heavy cream, sugar, and espresso powder until soft peaks form.
- In another bowl, beat mascarpone with vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gently fold the whipped cream mixture into the mascarpone.
- Spoon the mousse into serving cups and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Top with fresh fruit before serving.
- Eat immediately or pretend you’ll save some for later.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 250
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamins and Minerals:
- Calcium: 6%
- Vitamin C: 8%
- Iron: 4%
- Potassium: 5%
- Vitamin A: 7%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor
- Swap mascarpone for Greek yogurt if you want to pretend it’s healthy.
- Add dark chocolate shavings for extra decadence.
- Use caramelized nuts as a topping for crunch.
- Let it chill overnight for an even silkier texture.
- Double the batch, because one serving is never enough.
