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Chocolate Mousse Cake with Oreo Crust

Chocolate Mousse Cake is a rich no-bake dessert with a crisp Oreo crust and silky chocolate filling.
It is easy to prepare ahead and perfect for celebrations.
Top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings for a beautiful finish.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American-inspired

Ingredients
  

For the Oreo Crust

  • 25 Oreo cookies finely crushed
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter melted

For the Chocolate Mousse Filling

  • 8 ounces semisweet chocolate chopped
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 2 1/4 cups heavy cream divided

For the Decoration

  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 3 Oreo cookies cut in half
  • 1/3 cup chocolate shavings

Instructions
 

  • Grease a 9-inch springform pan with butter.
  • In a bowl, mix the finely crushed Oreo cookies with the melted butter until evenly coated.
  • Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the springform pan using the bottom of a flat measuring cup. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place the chopped semisweet chocolate, vanilla extract, and salt in a medium bowl.
  • In a small saucepan, heat 3/4 cup of the heavy cream until it reaches a bare simmer.
  • Pour the hot cream over the chocolate mixture. Cover and let it sit for 1 minute, then whisk until smooth.
  • Cover and chill the chocolate ganache in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes, or until cooled.
  • In a separate medium bowl, beat the remaining 1 1/2 cups heavy cream with a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 2 minutes.
  • Whisk the cooled chocolate mixture to loosen it, then gently fold it into the whipped cream with a silicone spatula until fully combined and no streaks remain.
  • Spoon the Chocolate Mousse Cake filling over the chilled crust and gently spread it evenly to the edges.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
  • Just before serving, beat the remaining 3/4 cup heavy cream with the sugar until stiff peaks form.
  • Pipe the whipped cream around the border of the cake using a large open star tip.
  • Garnish with Oreo cookie halves and chocolate shavings.
  • Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.

Notes

  • For a deeper chocolate flavor, swap semisweet chocolate with bittersweet chocolate.
  • Add a little instant espresso powder to the ganache if you want to intensify the chocolate taste.
  • Fresh berries make a lovely serving option beside each slice.
  • This cake is ideal for making one day ahead, which makes entertaining much easier.