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!
Looking for more make ahead desserts? (of course you are!)
Bailey's Chocolate Mousse
Ingredients
- 2 tsp plain gelatin
- 2 Tbs cold water
- 1/4 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 4 Tbs cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Bailey's Irish Cream or a similar product
- 1 tsp vanilla
Garnish
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate shavings
Directions
- 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 
Oh, 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. 😉
Now, I know what I can do with my Bailey’s sitting in the fridge. The mousse looks so yummy. Pinned it!
Well, this looks over-the-top decadent! I’m seriously drooling right now. Amazing looking dessert! Pinning.
Kylee, 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.
I 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!
Oh gosh, these look seriously amazing. My husband would be obsessed!
Baileys and chocolate….who needs more. The classic combo in an adult dessert…perfect!!
These look so rich and creamy and delicious! The sound easy, too, so that’s definitely my kind of dessert!
I’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.
OMG. You had me at mousse or is it you had me at Bailey’s. Put them together and this dessert is over the top.
I loooove mousse, this looks so good! Love the addition of the Baileys
Add 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 🙂
I love chocolate mousse and the idea of Baileys in it sounds amazing! A touch of booze goes a long way in flavor!
Boozy desserts are so much fun and can be so delicious. I’m loving the sound of this recipe!
Genius adding the Bailey’s!!!
Yumm! This looks so delicious! If I don’t want to add the Baileys, what can I substitute it with to make non-alcoholic?
This looks tasty and easy enough! Yum!
Literally 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.
Yummy. Pinning this for sure.
Yum! 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!
Awesome 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.
I am definitely a proponent of “grownup” desserts.
Looks yummy! Do you have any substitute for gelatin? If any I’d like to know!:) I love chocolate flavor!
Uma, 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!
I can have this anytime. I am a huge fan of Baileys, and addition of chocolate is just amazing. Absolutely YUM.
These look absolutely delightful! I love chocolate mousse and adding bailey’s is just genius! Definitely trying this, pinning for later. Thanks for sharing! 🙂
You 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 🙂
You just got me at Bailey’s – What a beautiful looking Mousse n I’m sure it tastes absolutely delicious – Great recipe Kylee 🙂
This 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!
Stumbled 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! 🙂
Thanks 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 !
I’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.
Hi Marsha – I wouldn’t make them more than a day in advance. I absolutely wouldn’t freeze them!
I’m all about booze in desserts too – love this recipe, thanks!!!
Has anyone tried to sub with kahlua?
I have! It’s pretty good! If you’re into kahlua, check out these mini kahlua cheesecakes….