Gluten-Free No-Bake Peanut Butter Fudge Mousse
A rich layered dessert featuring crushed Oreo cookies as the base, warm hot fudge sauce in the middle, and a light peanut butter mousse on top. The combination of textures from crunchy cookie crumbs, silky fudge, and airy mousse creates an indulgent treat that's perfect for dinner parties or special occasions. This no-bake dessert requires only simple mixing and chilling, making it an ideal make-ahead option when you want something impressive without turning on the oven.
Ingredients
- 12 Oreo cookies, crushed
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 jar prepared hot fudge saucechocolate ganache1:1More intense chocolate flavor
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- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ⅓ cup creamy peanut butter
- ⅝ cup powdered sugar
- 1 ¼ cups heavy cream
Instructions
- 1
Combine crushed Oreos and melted butter in a small bowl
- 2
Spoon about one tablespoon of crumb mixture into the bottom of dessert dishes
- 3
Warm the hot fudge sauce in the microwave
- 4
Spoon hot fudge sauce over the crumb mixture in each dish
- 5
Refrigerate while preparing the mousse
- 6
Beat cream cheese and peanut butter with electric mixer until smooth
- 7
Stir in powdered sugar and beat until smooth
- 8
Beat heavy cream in separate bowl until stiff peaks form
- 9
Gradually fold whipped cream into peanut butter mixture until smooth
- 10
Refrigerate mousse for about 5-10 minutes
- 11
Spoon or pipe mousse over hot fudge layer in dessert dishes
- 12
Refrigerate at least 2 hours or until firm
- 13
Garnish with chocolate shavings if desired
Tips
Use different sized dessert dishes to control portions - smaller dishes work well for rich desserts like this.
Chill the mixing bowl and beaters before whipping cream for better volume and stability.
Pipe the mousse using a star tip for an elegant presentation at dinner parties.
Good to Know
Refrigerate covered for up to 3 days. Best served within 24 hours for optimal texture.
Can be made up to 1 day ahead. Add garnishes just before serving.
Serve chilled directly from refrigerator. Let sit 5 minutes if too firm.
Common Mistakes
Don't overbeat the cream cheese mixture to avoid lumps in the final mousse.
Fold whipped cream gently to maintain light, airy texture.
Ensure hot fudge is cooled slightly before adding to prevent melting the crumb layer.
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
General Alternatives
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FAQ
Can I make this without the Oreo crust?
Yes, simply skip the cookie layer and start with the fudge sauce directly in the dishes for a lighter version.
What if I don't have an electric mixer?
You can whip cream by hand with a whisk, though it takes more effort. The cream cheese mixture may be lumpy without a mixer.
How long will this keep in the refrigerator?
The mousse will keep for up to 3 days covered, but the texture is best within the first 24 hours.