Imagine biting into a decadent chocolate cup that captures the essence of your favorite campfire treat – without the smoke and sticky fingers! These S'more Mousse Filled Chocolate Cups are about to revolutionize your dessert game, combining the nostalgic flavors of classic s'mores with an elegant, gourmet twist that will make your taste buds dance with joy. Perfect for dinner parties, special occasions, or when you simply want to treat yourself to something extraordinarily delicious, this recipe transforms the humble campfire snack into a show-stopping dessert that looks like it came straight from a professional pastry kitchen.
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup marshmallow fluff
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Mini marshmallows for topping
Instructions
- Prepare chocolate cups by melting chocolate chips in a double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth and completely liquid.
- Using a silicone brush, carefully coat the inside of 12 small silicone cupcake molds with melted chocolate, creating an even layer. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to set the chocolate shell.
- Create a second layer of chocolate by reapplying melted chocolate to the chilled first layer. Return to refrigerator for another 10 minutes to ensure a sturdy chocolate cup.
- Gently mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until well combined, creating a crumbly base mixture.
- Whip heavy cream in a chilled bowl until soft peaks form, gradually adding powdered sugar while continuing to whip.
- Fold marshmallow fluff into the whipped cream mixture, creating a light and airy s'more mousse.
- Carefully remove chocolate cups from silicone molds by gently pressing the bottom.
- Sprinkle graham cracker mixture into the bottom of each chocolate cup as a base layer.
- Pipe or spoon the s'more mousse into each chocolate cup, filling almost to the top.
- Garnish each mousse cup with mini marshmallows and a light dusting of graham cracker crumbs.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow mousse to set and flavors to meld.
- Optional: Briefly torch the mini marshmallows for a classic s'more brûléed effect just before serving.
Tips
- Chocolate Coating Technique: Use high-quality chocolate chips and ensure your chocolate is completely smooth when melting. The key to perfect chocolate cups is even, thin layers that create a delicate shell.
- Chill Between Layers: Don't rush the chocolate setting process. Refrigerating between chocolate layers ensures a sturdy cup that won't crack when you remove it from the mold.
- Whipping Cream Perfection: Use a chilled bowl and whisk (or mixer attachment) when whipping cream. Cold equipment helps create higher, more stable peaks.
- Marshmallow Fluff Folding: Fold the marshmallow fluff gently into the whipped cream to maintain the light, airy texture of the mousse.
- Make Ahead Friendly: These cups can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator, making them perfect for entertaining.
- Torching Tip: If you choose to brûlée the marshmallows, use a kitchen torch and keep it moving to avoid burning. If you don't have a torch, you can briefly place them under the broiler, watching carefully.
- Serving Suggestion: Let the cups sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before serving to soften the chocolate slightly and enhance the flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 215kcal
Carbohydrates: 19g
Protein: 1g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 33mg
