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Layered dessert cup with chocolate mousse and berries

dessert cup recipes

Discover delicious dessert cup recipes that are easy to make and visually stunning! Perfect for any occasion! 🍰✨
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 minute
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 cups
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing Bowl For mixing the base and filling.
  • 1 Clear cups or glasses For layering and serving the dessert.

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients

  • 1 cup Crushed graham crackers Can substitute with sponge cake or cookie crumbles.
  • 2 tablespoons Melted butter To mix with the base for added flavor.

Creamy Fillings

  • 1 cup Chocolate mousse Rich and creamy filling option.
  • 1 cup Vanilla pudding Alternative filling option.

Toppings

  • 1 cup Fresh fruits Berries or seasonal fruits recommended.
  • 1/4 cup Nuts Chopped for added crunch.
  • 1/4 cup Chocolate shavings For garnish.

Instructions
 

Prepare Your Base

  • Start by mixing the crushed graham crackers with melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of your clear cups.

Make Your Filling

  • In a mixing bowl, whip together the chocolate mousse and vanilla pudding until smooth. This will be your creamy filling.

Layering Technique

  • In each cup, add a layer of the base, followed by a layer of the creamy filling. Repeat until the cups are filled, aiming for at least three layers.

Add Toppings

  • Top your dessert cups with fresh fruits, nuts, and chocolate shavings for added flavor and visual appeal.

Chill Time

  • Cover the cups and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld.

Serve and Enjoy

  • Serve your dessert cups chilled, garnished with a sprig of mint or a dusting of cocoa powder if desired.
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