Description
These Eggnog Mousse Cups are a creamy, festive no-bake dessert that feels perfect for holiday parties, Christmas dessert tables, and easy sweet treats all season long. With a buttery crumb base, fluffy eggnog mousse, and whipped topping, this easy recipe delivers cozy flavor in a simple make-ahead dessert cup that works beautifully for holiday dessert ideas, party desserts, and quick food ideas when you want something elegant without baking.
Ingredients
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
3 tablespoons melted butter
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup eggnog
1 package instant vanilla pudding mix, 3.4 ounces
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Whipped cream, for topping
Extra nutmeg or cinnamon, for garnish
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and cinnamon until evenly combined.
2. Divide the crumb mixture between 6 small dessert cups and press it lightly into the bottom of each cup.
3. In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
4. Add the eggnog, instant vanilla pudding mix, vanilla extract, and ground nutmeg, then beat until thick and creamy.
5. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with the powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
6. Gently fold the whipped cream into the eggnog mixture until light and fluffy.
7. Spoon or pipe the mousse into the prepared dessert cups over the crumb base.
8. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours, or until set.
9. Before serving, top with whipped cream and a light sprinkle of extra nutmeg or cinnamon.
Notes
Chill the mixing bowl before whipping the cream for the fluffiest mousse texture.
Do not overmix after folding in the whipped cream or the mousse can lose some of its lightness.
Add the whipped topping just before serving for the freshest and prettiest finish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg