Beautifully layered in individual dishes and garnished with orange slices, chocolate orange mousse dessert cups make every guest feel special. Dress them up in glass dishes, or keep it casual with cute, themed paper cups. We love indulging in this dessert with coffee, using it as the final course of a tea party, or as the celebratory end of a special dinner.
All the prep for this dessert comes together in 15 minutes—then simply needs to chill until you’re ready to serve!
How to Make Chocolate Orange Mousse Dessert Cups
Time to Make: 15 Minutes
Time to Chill: 2+ hours
To make pudding
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2 cups heavy whipping cream
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3 tbsp cocoa powder
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1/3 powdered sugar
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1/8 tsp salt
Whip until peaks form
For orange mousse
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2 cups heavy whipping cream
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2 tbsp Juice from one orange / or orange liqueur
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1/3 cup powdered sugar
Whip until peaks form
For crust
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2 cups Dutch waffle pie crumbs
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1/4 cup melted butter
Mix together
Assembly
Layer pudding cups with crust, chocolate mousse, orange mousse
Then layer pudding once again
Chill for 2 hours or more
Garnish top with orange slices before serving
FAQs
Do orange and chocolate flavors go together?
Yes, chocolate and orange are a flavor pairing that boomed in the UK in the 1920s and is still popular today. From simple chocolate covered oranges to chocolate orange cakes, the combination has resulted in dozens of delicious dessert recipes. The pairing works because the sweetness of the orange counteracts the bitterness in chocolate, they’re a match made in heaven. That said, you’re better off choosing a darker or less sweet chocolate when pairing chocolate and orange flavors.
What does Stroopwafel Pie Crust Taste Like?
No Bake Stroopwafel Pie Crust is made from the ground cutoffs of Stroopwafel cookies before caramel is added. So, it has a buttery cookie flavor, a crumbly texture, and notes of cinnamon and brown sugar—all of which taste great with chocolate and orange!
How long should I chill the mousse?
The mousse firms and sets during the chilling process. It needs at least 2 hours to develop the right texture, but you can continue chiling it until you’re ready to serve it. Some people recommend chilling mousse for 3-6 hours.
Can I make this recipe in advance?
Yes, you can make this recipe in advance and store it in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.