How long should the mousse chill?

Cover and refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours.

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Slimming Chocolate Mousse

Name: Slimming Chocolate Mousse
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin; 1 tablespoon cold water; 2 tablespoons boiling water; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/4 cup HERSHEY’S Cocoa; 1 envelope (1.3 ounces) dry whipped topping mix; 1/2 cup cold lowfat 2% milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Published November 14, 2026

Cooking Club Team · 20 min active time

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Light chocolate mousse cups with whipped topping and cocoa

A chilled chocolate mousse made with gelatin and whipped topping, with a light airy texture.

Helpful Tips

Measure and prepare the ingredients before you start mixing.
Let baked goods cool or chilled desserts set fully before serving.

THE RECIPE

Slimming Chocolate Mousse

Prep20 min

Cook0 min

ChillAbout 2 hours

Yield4 servings

Ingredients

Instructions

Sprinkle gelatin over cold water in a small cup; let stand 1 minute to soften. Add boiling water; stir until gelatin is completely dissolved. Stir together sugar and cocoa in a small bowl. Add gelatin mixture; stir until well blended.
Prepare whipped topping mix as directed on the package, using the milk and vanilla. Beat on high speed until stiff peaks form. Gradually add chocolate mixture; continue beating on high speed until well blended. Spoon into 4 individual dessert dishes. Cover and refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours.

Nutrition

Per serving: 180 calories; 5 g protein; 30 g carbohydrate; 4 g total fat (3 g saturated); 5 mg cholesterol; 20 mg sodium.

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