Frozen Chocolate Mousse Bars

Light, airy chocolate mousse encased in a crisp chocolate shell — these Frozen Chocolate Mousse Bars are the ultimate no-bake summer treat. They require minimal hands-on time, freeze beautifully for make-ahead entertaining, and deliver an irresistible contrast of silky mousse and snap-worthy coating. Recipe adapted and tested by tinsuf for reliable texture and flavor.

Recipe details

Author: tinsuf
Cuisine: Dessert / No-Bake
Category: Frozen Dessert, Mousse Bars
Keywords: frozen mousse bars, no-bake chocolate mousse, frozen dessert bars, summer dessert
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Freeze Time: 4–6 hours (or overnight)
Total Time: Approx. 4 hours 20 minutes (including freezing)
Yield: 8–10 bars (depending on mold size)

Ingredients

1½ cups (360 ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
½ cup (60 g) powdered sugar, sifted
½ cup (50 g) unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
1 tsp vanilla extract
12 oz (340 g) milk or semisweet chocolate, chopped (for coating)
1 tbsp coconut oil (optional — improves chocolate sheen and sets smoother)

Optional add-ins & garnishes: pinch of espresso powder (to deepen chocolate flavor), chopped toasted nuts, freeze-dried raspberries, sea salt flakes, or sprinkles.

Instructions

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