Easy 10-Minute Coffee Mousse with Instant Coffee
This silky-smooth coffee mousse is the perfect quick dessert for coffee lovers. Using instant coffee as a shortcut, it comes together in just 10 minutes of active preparation time but tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Heavy whipping cream Cold
- 2 tbsp Instant Coffee Granules
- 3 tbsp Hot Water
- 1/3 Cup Powdered Sugar
- 1/2 tbsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Chocolate Shavings or Cocoa Powder for Garnish Optional
Instructions
- In a small bowl, dissolve the instant coffee granules in the hot water. Stir until completely dissolved and set aside to cool slightly (about 2 minutes).
- In a medium mixing bowl, add the cold heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and pinch of salt.
- Using an electric hand mixer on medium speed, whip the cream mixture until it begins to thicken (about 2 minutes).
- Gradually pour in the dissolved coffee mixture while continuing to whip.Continue beating until firm peaks form - the cream should hold its shape when the beaters are lifted (about 3-4 more minutes).
- Spoon the coffee mousse into serving glasses or ramekins.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving for best texture and flavor.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings, cocoa powder, or a sprinkle of instant coffee before serving if desired.
Notes
Chef's Tips
- For the richest flavor, use a good quality instant espresso powder instead of regular instant coffee.
- Make sure your heavy cream is very cold - you can even chill the mixing bowl in the freezer for 10 minutes before whipping for faster, better results.
- If you prefer a stronger coffee flavor, increase the amount of instant coffee to 3 tablespoons.
- For a mocha variation, add 1 tablespoon of unsweetened cocoa powder to the cream mixture before whipping.
- To create an elegant layered dessert, alternate the coffee mousse with layers of crushed cookies or brownie crumbs.
- The mousse will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 days if covered with plastic wrap.
- For a quick caffeine-free version suitable for children, substitute the coffee with decaf instant coffee or hot chocolate powder.