Easy Chocolate Mousse

With just a handful of simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a velvety smooth chocolate mousse that's guaranteed to impress. Perfect for impromptu dessert cravings, quick party treats, or simply indulging in a moment of chocolate bliss, this foolproof recipe will become your new kitchen staple.

Ingredients

• 1 package (3.4 oz) instant chocolate pudding mix

• 1 cup cold milk

• ½ cup sweetened condensed milk

• 1 cup heavy whipping cream

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

• Chocolate shavings or whipped cream for garnish (optional)

Directions

1. Prepare the Pudding: In a mixing bowl, combine the instant chocolate pudding mix and cold milk. Whisk until thickened (about 2 minutes).

2. Add Sweetened Condensed Milk: Stir the sweetened condensed milk into the pudding mixture until smooth.

3. Whip the Cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Add vanilla extract for extra flavor, if desired.

4. Fold Together: Gently fold the whipped cream into the pudding and sweetened condensed milk mixture. Be careful not to overmix to keep it light and fluffy.

5. Chill: Spoon the mousse into serving glasses or bowls and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours to set.

6. Serve: Garnish with chocolate shavings, whipped cream, or fresh berries if desired