This simple no cook vanilla mousse recipe is great on it's own or as a base for many other desserts. Two ingredients and just 5 minutes from start to finish.
1packageinstant vanilla pudding(3.4-3.9 oz package)
2cupsheavy whipping cream
Instructions
Pour the instant vanilla pudding mix in a medium sized mixing bowl. To that, add the heavy whipping cream.
With a hand mixer, start mixing slowly at first (so you don’t get pudding mix powder everywhere) and then once the two ingredients are combined, beat until you get a light and fluffy whipped pudding mixture.
Once you are done mixing it’s ready to use. It should be the consistency of a thick buttercream. If you aren’t enjoying it right away, store in the fridge until you are ready to eat.
Notes
You can make the vanilla mousse thicker or thinner depending on how much heavy whipping cream you add. If you are looking for a thicker consistency (to eat with a spoon or use as a cake filling), add a little less heavy cream.
Pay attention to the size of the box of pudding. You are looking for the little guys (3.4 - 3.9 oz) not the bigger ones.
Make ahead magic: Make the vanilla mousse, then put into an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Use small glass containers like 4oz mason jars for storing individual portions.
To keep a film or crust from forming on the top, place a piece of plastic wrap directly on the vanilla mousse, especially if you are storing it in it's serving container.