MINT MOUSSE

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Richer than pudding, try this in dessert cups sprinkled with cocoa powder...OR as a pie in chocolate cookie crust! Cooking time is also chilling time.

Provided by LAURIE

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h25m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 ounces white baking bar, they may say chocolate but usually they are not really chocolate
2 cups heavy cream, divided
1 1/2 teaspoons mint extract
1/3 cup powdered sugar
8 drops green food coloring
1/2 cup mini chocolate chip (optional)

Steps:

  • In medium saucepan combine bars, broken up and 1/2 cup cream.
  • Stir constantly over low heat until melted and smooth.
  • Stir in mint extract.
  • Remove from heat and cool completely.
  • In medium size mixing bowl, beat on medium speed remaining cream and the powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
  • Add the food color and beat just until color is uniform.
  • Gently fold in the cooled white mixture and optional chips if using, until well blended.
  • cover and chill for at least 2 hours.
  • Serve as desired.

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