Ingredients
– 1 ½ cups of chocolate wafer cookies, crushed
– ½ cup of unsalted butter, melted
– 2 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips
– 2 cups of heavy whipping cream
– 1 cup of creamy peanut butter
– ¾ cup of powdered sugar
– 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
– A pinch of salt
Equipment Needed
– 9-inch springform pan
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer or whisk
– Double boiler (or microwave-safe bowl)
– Spatula
– Rubber scraper
– Baking sheet for setting the mousse
Step-by-Step Instructions
First, I start by preheating my oven to 350°F (175°C). Then, I mix the crushed chocolate wafer cookies with melted butter in a large bowl until well combined. This will form the base of our cake, a delicious cookie crust that holds everything together. I firmly press this mixture into the bottom of my springform pan and pop it into the oven for about 10 minutes. The smell wafting through my kitchen at this point is irresistible! (See the next page below to continue steps…)