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How about this Bailey’s Chocolate Mousse? It’s creamy, decadent, rich and it ABSOLUTELY hits the spot after dinner.
This is SUPER easy (yay!) and comes together very quickly. In fact, the first time I made this, The Husband went outside to swim with the boys, while I whipped this up and put in the fridge to set. I then joined them in the pool. After we were done swimming, and eating dinner – these were ready to be devoured… AFTER the boys were in bed, of course! Ha, no really.
We stashed these in the fridge because we didn’t want to have to share with the boys. I mean, all that alcohol… and chocolate… and deliciousness… This is an excellent choice to make for a dinner party because it’s all done ahead. All you have to do after dinner is grab these, add some whipped cream and shave/grate some chocolate over the top. You’re so welcome!
How to make bailey’s chocolate mousse
ingredients in baileys chocolate mousse
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- 2 tsp plain gelatin
- 2 Tbs cold water
- 1/4 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 4 Tbs unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Bailey's Irish Cream or a similar product
- 1 tsp vanilla
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate shavings
- Before you begin, prep bowl and beaters by placing in the freezer for 15 minutes to chill.
- Mix the gelatin into the cold water in small bowl and let sit about a minute, to soften/gel.
- Add boiling water then stir until gelatin is completely dissolved. Let stand to cool (it will resemble a thick paste).
- Combine the sugar and cocoa in small mixing bowl and add the heavy cream.
- Beat at medium speed until stiff peaks form.
- Add in Bailey's, vanilla, and gelatin mixture, beating continuously at high speed until well blended (soft peaks).
- Pour into serving dishes and refrigerate for about an hour, or until you can't wait any longer. I mean YOU ARE READY TO SERVE.
- Just before serving, add some whipped cream and chocolate shavings to the top.
- Devour.
Source: Adapted from http://www.lemontreedwelling.com
Willow | Will Cook For Friends
April 6, 2016 at 8:24 amOh, YUM! I agree with a little alcohol in desserts — especially chocolate ones. I’m afraid if I made these, I might not be able to share them with anyone, though! You know, I’d have to save them from all the calories… it’s a sacrifice I’m willing to make. 😉
Ilona @ Ilona's Passion
April 6, 2016 at 8:53 amNow, I know what I can do with my Bailey’s sitting in the fridge. The mousse looks so yummy. Pinned it!
mommyhoodsdiary
April 6, 2016 at 8:55 amWell, this looks over-the-top decadent! I’m seriously drooling right now. Amazing looking dessert! Pinning.
A Forks Tale
April 6, 2016 at 9:23 amKylee, this recipe looks fantastic! I love the fact that it is easy… and made with chocolate… and made with Bailey’s… OH, YUM!!!!! I have some really cute little glasses that this would be perfect in at my next dinner party. I will be so making this!! Pinning now.
debi
April 6, 2016 at 9:24 amI used to work at a French cafe and they served mousse just like this (only without the Bailey’s). It was my favorite dessert! Now, thanks to your recipe, I can make it at home! Thanks!
Caroline
April 6, 2016 at 11:04 amOh gosh, these look seriously amazing. My husband would be obsessed!
Gloria @ Homemade & Yummy
April 7, 2016 at 6:10 amBaileys and chocolate….who needs more. The classic combo in an adult dessert…perfect!!
Mary Ellen
April 7, 2016 at 6:22 amThese look so rich and creamy and delicious! The sound easy, too, so that’s definitely my kind of dessert!
Amy
April 7, 2016 at 6:31 amI’ve been craving chocolate mousse lately. This would so hit the spot right now. Well, maybe not right now since it’s 8:30am. But today. LOL.
peter @feedyoursoultoo
April 7, 2016 at 6:44 amOMG. You had me at mousse or is it you had me at Bailey’s. Put them together and this dessert is over the top.
Kim @ Three Olives Branch
April 7, 2016 at 6:53 amI loooove mousse, this looks so good! Love the addition of the Baileys
bbqbastard
April 7, 2016 at 9:47 amAdd bailey’s and all comes together! Nice recipe. I bet it will have tasted well after swimming. If you’re hungry everything tastes even better 🙂
veggiesdontbite
April 7, 2016 at 11:05 amI love chocolate mousse and the idea of Baileys in it sounds amazing! A touch of booze goes a long way in flavor!
cookingontheweekends
April 7, 2016 at 11:18 amBoozy desserts are so much fun and can be so delicious. I’m loving the sound of this recipe!
Gwen @simplyhealthyfamily
April 7, 2016 at 11:46 amGenius adding the Bailey’s!!!
Sam | Ahead of Thyme
April 7, 2016 at 5:30 pmYumm! This looks so delicious! If I don’t want to add the Baileys, what can I substitute it with to make non-alcoholic?
Ahu
April 7, 2016 at 5:51 pmThis looks tasty and easy enough! Yum!
Holly @ Woman Tribune
April 8, 2016 at 4:46 amLiterally the first thing that went through my head when I saw the picture of your mousse was, “Hello, new friend!” Seriously, I think my life will be made better by this decadent little treat.
homemadezagat
April 8, 2016 at 11:54 amYummy. Pinning this for sure.
Mackenzie
April 9, 2016 at 10:16 amYum! I love adding Bailey’s to desserts – it always makes it seem so much fancier! I’ll take your recommendation and use this for a dinner party – I love make-it-ahead desserts! Thanks!
Jenn
April 10, 2016 at 8:53 amAwesome recipe Kylee! I am a huge fan of Baileys and always looking for ways to use it. Thanks for the tip re: putting the bowl and beeters in the freezer first – I’d never think of that on my own.
Kate
April 10, 2016 at 9:58 pmI am definitely a proponent of “grownup” desserts.
Uma Srinivas( simple sumptuous cooking)
April 12, 2016 at 6:22 amLooks yummy! Do you have any substitute for gelatin? If any I’d like to know!:) I love chocolate flavor!
Kylee
April 12, 2016 at 8:24 amUma, I think there are 3 main substitutes for gelatin, but I have not used them. They’re
I think Vegan Jel would be your best bet as I hear it more closely mimics gelatin! Hope that helps!
Deepika@EasyBabyMeals
April 12, 2016 at 1:51 pmI can have this anytime. I am a huge fan of Baileys, and addition of chocolate is just amazing. Absolutely YUM.
Pragma Mamma
April 12, 2016 at 6:20 pmThese look absolutely delightful! I love chocolate mousse and adding bailey’s is just genius! Definitely trying this, pinning for later. Thanks for sharing! 🙂
Pie Rivera
April 14, 2016 at 12:33 pmYou are hitting all my soft spots, Kylee! 🙂 I don’t drink much BUT Bailey’s has always been a favorite. Chocolate mousse means chocolate heaven! I am saving this recipe 🙂
Molly Kumar
April 15, 2016 at 3:47 amYou just got me at Bailey’s – What a beautiful looking Mousse n I’m sure it tastes absolutely delicious – Great recipe Kylee 🙂
April R - Uncookie Cutter
April 19, 2016 at 7:33 amThis looks absolutely perfect! I didn’t make it this week, but I did pick it as one of my additional features at You Link It, We Make It. I so hope to try it soon! It looks so easy. As a feature, you are invited to pin on our group board – just shoot me an email at uncookiecutter@gmail.com and we hope to see you back with more yummy recipes tomorrow! Thanks for sharing!
Bren
July 10, 2016 at 5:40 amStumbled upon this in my FB timeline and have to come over to see it! I’m such a huge chocolate lover the picture itself sucked me in! 🙂
Kylee
July 10, 2016 at 8:50 amThanks for stopping by, Bren! This is one of my all time favorite desserts. I love that it’s make-ahead and ready for after dinner !
Marsha Walker
November 29, 2016 at 11:47 pmI’m planning on making this in 3 oz containers to use as part of a mini dessert bar. How far in advance can they be made and can they be stored in the freezer.
Kylee
November 30, 2016 at 9:24 amHi Marsha – I wouldn’t make them more than a day in advance. I absolutely wouldn’t freeze them!
Lis @ The Fare Sage
January 9, 2017 at 12:44 amI’m all about booze in desserts too – love this recipe, thanks!!!
Kim
January 27, 2017 at 5:09 pmHas anyone tried to sub with kahlua?
Kylee
January 27, 2017 at 7:13 pmI have! It’s pretty good! If you’re into kahlua, check out these mini kahlua cheesecakes….
Jen
September 17, 2018 at 10:05 amCan you substitute Rum Chata for Bailey’s? Or will it affect the mousse?
Kylee
September 18, 2018 at 11:52 amI have not tried that! Is Rumchata creamy?
christie
October 3, 2018 at 5:32 amchocolate mousse is easy to make and really interesting post.
Bea
December 18, 2018 at 6:07 pmI love this recipe!! It just so happens, I have plenty of Bailey’s..of course I’m just trying to keep it from getting old..lol .
Kylee
December 20, 2018 at 10:12 amThat’s awesome, Bea!! Glad YOU have plenty of Bailey’s. I “panicked” and drank all mine 😉