Cherry Almond Mouse Pie

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A rich, creamy no-bake pie featuring a chocolate base and a fluffy cherry-almond mousse topping.
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This Cherry Almond Mousse Pie is a delightful no-bake dessert that balances rich chocolate with bright cherry flavors. A pre-baked pastry shell is filled with a smooth, dark chocolate layer, then topped with a light, airy mousse made from cream cheese, vanilla pudding, whipped cream, and toasted almonds. Maraschino cherries add pops of sweet color and texture throughout the creamy filling. It’s an elegant yet easy-to-assemble treat perfect for potlucks, holidays, or when you need a show-stopping dessert without turning on the oven. Serve chilled for the best texture.

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Cherry Almond Mouse Pie

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 8 Calories: 147.0

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This Cherry Almond Mousse Pie is a delightful no-bake dessert that balances rich chocolate with bright cherry flavors. A pre-baked pastry shell is filled with a smooth, dark chocolate layer, then topped with a light, airy mousse made from cream cheese, vanilla pudding, whipped cream, and toasted almonds. Maraschino cherries add pops of sweet color and texture throughout the creamy filling. It&# 226;€™s an elegant yet easy-to-assemble treat perfect for potlucks, holidays, or when you need a show-stopping dessert without turning on the oven. Serve chilled for the best texture.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375ðF (191ðC) if baking the pastry shell; otherwise, ensure the 9-inch baked pastry shell is completely cooled.
  2. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine 1 ounce unsweetened chocolate and 1/2 cup milk, stirring constantly until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is thickened, about 4-5 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 teaspoon almond extract.
  4. Pour the chocolate mixture into the bottom of the pastry shell and set aside to cool slightly.
  5. Drain 10 ounces maraschino cherries, reserving 8 whole cherries for garnish and chopping the remaining cherries.
  6. In a large mixing bowl, beat 8 ounces softened cream cheese until light and fluffy.
  7. Gradually beat in 1 cup cold water and the remaining 1 cup milk.
  8. Add 1 package (3.4 oz) vanilla instant pudding mix and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon almond extract; mix well until smooth.
  9. Fold in 1 cup whipped cream gently until combined.
  10. Stir in the chopped cherries and 1/2 cup toasted almonds.
  11. Pour the mousse mixture over the chocolate layer in the pie shell.
  12. Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or until firmly set.
  13. Garnish with the reserved whole cherries and chocolate curls if desired before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 147.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.5g6%
Saturated Fat 2.4g12%
Cholesterol 7.0mg3%
Sodium 140.0mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 17.5g6%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 17.5g
Protein 11.9g24%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: cherry, almond, mousse, pie, no bake, dessert, chocolate, cream cheese, whipped cream, pudding, pastry shell, maraschino, toasted almonds, easy dessert, holiday treat, chilled pie, fluffy, rich, creamy, sweet
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