2 ingredient Nutella Mousse is a winner. Or add a few more ingredients & make a gorgeous, show-stopping Nutella Mousse cake or pie that will definitely impress!
Let me just say that I was beyond excited when I made this awesome Nutella Mousse. It takes all of five minutes (minus chill time) and yet it turns out a creamy, delicious Nutella Mousse with endless possibilities.
What is Mousse?
Mousse originated in the 18th century in France, where the word mousse translates as "foam." At its most basic mousse is made by made by folding aerators into a base to create a "foam". These aerators can be whipped cream, meringue, pâte à bombe, or a combination. The base can be many things including Nutella, chocolate, fruit curd, custard and much more.
Why Make These Recipes
This one is a major winner, folks. And who doesn't love Nutella hazelnut spread? This Nutella Mousse is right up there with my other Nutella favorite - Nutella Hot Chocolate - but I have to admit that I'm torn over which one I love most. Possibly this one since it's something that, with a few minor tweaks, you could actually serve at the end of a nice holiday meal or dinner party.
I made Nutella Mousse Cake for a dinner party and it was a showstopper! It's so simple that no one would believe it when I told them.
Creamy, sweet Nutella Pie has whipped cream on top and a thick Oreo cookie crust. A delicious combination of chocolate and Nutella flavors.
All these recipes are beyond easy to make, no baking is required and they're perfect for a last minute dessert idea or when you're feeling too lazy to cook but still want to impress.
Ingredients
Nutella Mousse Ingredients
Nutella Mousse is only two ingredients!
- Nutella
- Whipping cream
Try adding a layer or two of strawberries or raspberries, with a nice dollop of fresh whipped cream and some chocolate shavings to top it off. I usually just make it and enjoy it as is but it's always nice to have easy ways to dress up your recipes.
Nutella Mousse Cake Ingredients
- Nutella
- Whipping cream
- Raspberries
- Pound Cake (store bought, make your own, I went store bought)
Nutella Mousse Cake is only four ingredients!
Nutella Mousse Pie Ingredients
- Nutella
- Whipping cream
- Oreo Pie Crust or Graham Cracker Pie Crust (store bought)
How to Make Nutella Mousse
Place Nutella and whipping cream in a mixing bowl. Whip cream and Nutella together until stiff peaks form. Chill for at least two hours. Serve as-is or layer with fresh berries and top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
How to Make Nutella Mouse Cake
Cut the store-bought pound cake in half to get the circles which will make three cakes. Double the Nutella Mousse recipe, too (one cup Nutella and one cup whipping cream) and it will be about perfect. Any extra can just be cut up and layered the same way!
So simple yet so impressive!
How to Make Nutella Mousse Pie
Triple the ingredients (1 ½cups Nutella/1 ½ cups whipping cream) and using a store-bought Oreo Pie Crust pour the mousse filling into the pie crust. Cover loosely and chill until just before serving.
For garnishment try adding chocolate shavings, berries or other delicious toppings.
Try yet another easy recipe with these 3-Ingredient Nutella Cookies.
Nutella Mousse + Cake + Pie Recipes
Three easy recipes in one. Impress your guests with Nutella Mousse, Nutella Mousse Cake or a Nutella Mousse pie. So simple, yet no one will know.
Ingredients
- ½ cup Nutella
- ½ cup whipping cream
Instructions
- Place Nutella and whipping cream in a mixing bowl. Whip cream and Nutella together until stiff peaks form.
- Chill for at least two hours. Serve as-is or layer with fresh berries and top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
FOR NUTELLA MOUSSE CAKE:
- Double the ingredients (1 cup Nutella/1 cup whipping cream).
- Using a store-bought pound cake, cut circles out with food rings (see this video for instructions. Layer with mousse filling and raspberries. Cover loosely and chill until just before serving.
FOR NUTELLA MOUSSE PIE:
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 255Total Fat: 19gSaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 34mgSodium: 20mgCarbohydrates: 18gFiber: 2gSugar: 16gProtein: 2g
This data was provided and calculated by Nutritionix.
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Anne Katherine says
Can you tell me how many servings this makes? Or how many oz? Thanks!
the wicked noodle says
Hi Anne Katherine, it makes about 2 cups so approximately 2-4 servings. I can eat a cup easily 🙂 Hope that helps!
Cynthia says
Everything was looking great as I was trying to figure out between stiff and smooth (about 4 minutes in) and then suddenly it curdled before my eyes! : (
Cynthia says
I wanted to let you know, I started from scratch and stopped whipping at 3.40 and it was delicious! Light and airy! Can I salvage the fallen stuff?
the wicked noodle says
Cynthia, you can! Add some fresh cream and whip again. I'm glad that at least your second batch turned out!
the wicked noodle says
Oh no! Sorry to hear that 🙁
Cynthia says
Sounds delicious, but more specifics would be helpful! How long does it take to get between "soft and stiff"? I am using the fastest whipping set on my mixer.
the wicked noodle says
Soft and stiff are terms used when whipping cream. If you lift your mixers out and the cream "stands" on its own as a little peak of whipped cream, that's stiff. Soft will have a "soft peak" where it fall over slightly. Google it for pics which will really help if my explanation is still a little confusing.
nora says
Hi kristy!
Can I check with you, the whipping cream,did you use dairy or non-dairy type?
the wicked noodle says
Hi Nora! I used the dairy type 🙂 Cheers, Kristy
Sara says
My all-time favorite go-to dessert when I need something quick or last minute. This time, serving it in chocolate piped edible bowls...next time I want to plan ahead and serve it in a layered mousse cake..mmmm.
the wicked noodle says
Thanks Sara! LOVE the idea of the layered mousse cake!
sweet-lab says
This is so genius!
barbk says
made with a bit of instant coffee granules. super delicious. will make over and over
barbk says
i made this with a bit of instant coffee granules added. so rich and delicious will make over and over
JennK says
I just made this for one of the nurses my husband works with . She loves anything Nutella almost as much as I do . Thanks for the simple and great receipe !
the wicked noodle says
That's awesome, Jenn! Thanks so much for letting me know 🙂
the wicked noodle says
I haven't tried that but I'm going to keep an eye out for it. I love Nutella but it's a little pricey; would be nice to have a less expensive alternative. Thanks!
Greg says
Add a splash of raspberry extract for a touch of extra decadence!
Greg says
Add a splash of raspberry extract for a touch of extra decadence!
Jennifer @keepitsimp says
You are a very naughty girl, indeed! This looks fabulous!
Ruby says
Such divine simplicity! I've a houseful of kids (the small AND the big variety) who will LOVE this. Thank you!
Lynda says
Every time I visit your blog I get sooo hungry. Anyway the nutella mousse looks fantastic I will definitely try this out today. Thanks!
The Cilantropist says
wow wow wow! This looks totally amazing, and in only five minutes? I am sold. Sounds like heaven. 🙂
And your blog is awesome!!! I just discovered it and I love it, can't wait to see more!
Betty says
this looks soooo good imma have to try it!
Julie says
Oh man, I think I might have those 2 things right now!
Diana@Spain in Iowa says
Love this Kristy!! Nutella and whipping cream, okay I'm going to have to make this from scratch 😀 My kids will Love me!!
justcooknyc says
this looks way too good for 5 minutes
Cindy says
I love Nutella and I love mousse. What a great combination. This sounds like a great recipe for entertaining. Easy, make ahead and delicous. Thanks for sharing! Now I'm off to check out your chocolate bowls with some other kind of mousse!
Jasemy says
must be yummy!!!!!
Angie says
This looks so great, but I can't have it, I put on some extra weight that I am now trying to lose and I blame it all on nutella and peanut butter, my 2 favorite indulgences.
Stacy says
That looks absolutely divine!
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Sara
the wicked noodle says
Sara! How sweet of you to give me this award! Thank you so much for thinking of me - I really appreciate your thoughtfulness!
Mr. P says
Well, I might just do that!
You know, I didn't even know you blogged. I figured it was RS only for you. I have been having a good root round, and love this place!
the wicked noodle says
Mr. P! I never "advertised" that I had my own blog; I figured RS was really for promoting others blogs, not my own. I really miss it although it's been fun getting to know everyone on a more personal level. So glad we connected here!
Jamie @ My Baking Ad says
Whoa...this looks amazing!
Heather (Where' says
I'll admit, I've never tried nutella! I love recipes that are this easy too!!
Mr. P says
You will answer me. You will!
OK, with that out the way -
Is this thick enough that I could chill it in piping bags and use it as a frosting?
Thanks!
the wicked noodle says
hahaha...Mr. P! From the fabulous deliciousdeliciousdelicious!! You KNOW I love your blog, right? 🙂 To answer your question...maybe. Truth be told, I'm not a huge cake and/or cupcake maker so I don't use frosting very often. Having said that, it's the consistency of whipped cream, and if you whip it to stiff peaks I don't see why it couldn't be a frosting. It does seem to firm up a bit more after it chills, too. So I say give it a shot! 🙂
the domestic mama says
I am sooo in love with this site... and R.F. , too of course. Thank you for all the hard work you do. (I know it is! )
the wicked noodle says
You are so sweet! I love your site, too! 🙂
lisaiscooking says
Sounds simply delicious! I'd love this layered into a sliced chocolate cupcake too!
tasteofbeirut says
I have a serious Nutella addict around here and she would got nutty for that mousse!
gina says
oh, no, you did not just say nutella and mousse in the same sentence!
i'm in.
Anne says
Love definitely equals nuttella + whipped cream
Sarah says
I may have to start making desserts if they look this good and are this easy to make.
I love your site!
Steph says
OMG! This is dangerous! Too easy and wonderful!! I will be eating this soon....
SippitySup says
Am I the only person on the planet who has never tasted Nutella? People go crazy for this stuff, but I have never had any. This wonderfully (simple!) mousse may be the cure to that abnormality. GREG
cookiepie says
Ohhhh yummmmmm!!! That looks great. And I love that it's so easy! Maybe too easy!?!
doggybloggy says
this is one great sounding mousse - I need to give this a try
The Nervous Cook says
I got so excited I said "delicious" twice!!
The Nervous Cook says
I'll bet this would be especially delicious as the delicious whipped-cream glue in an iced-box cake!
penny aka jeroxie says
You have inspired me to make nutella and marshmellow fluff mousse!
Divina says
I always love chocolate mousse but Nutella Mousse? Yes, definitely.
Katie @ Cozydeliciou says
Oh this is dangerous! Yum! I love desserts that seem so much more complicated than they are. Thanks!
KO Rasoi says
How gorgeous is this? And just two ingredients?! Now I know what to make when I'm running low on time, ingredients and dessert ideas! Thank you! 🙂
bunkycooks says
Nutella mousse sounds incredible and it is beyond easy! What a great idea for last minute dinner guests! I will have to give this a try.
Jenn says
Nutella mousse? Oh my this is heaven in a bowl. I am going to make some today in fact, nutella is like my husband's favorite food ever right now!!
Jasenka says
So simple and the result is amazing!!! I`ll try this definitely!!
suma says
Double WOWWW!!! Sounds super delish!! And easy too!!
jenn (Bread + Butter says
My mouth is watering right now. I wish I had this for dessert!!!