🍫🌿 Indulge in the perfect holiday dessert – a creamy, silky chocolate peppermint mousse topped with whipped cream and crushed peppermint! Ingredients: 8 oz dark chocolate (at least 60% cocoa), chopped 1 cup heavy cream, divided 1/4 cup powdered sugar 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies (or candy canes) Whipped cream (for topping) Directions: Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring occasionally until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature. In a separate mixing bowl, beat 1/2 cup of heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. In another bowl, beat the remaining 1/2 cup of heavy cream and peppermint extract until soft peaks form. Once the chocolate has cooled, fold in the whipped cream with vanilla extract until fully combined. Gently fold in the whipped cream with peppermint extract, mixing until smooth and creamy. Spoon the mousse into serving glasses or bowls and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set. Before serving, top each mousse with a dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle with crushed peppermint candies for an extra festive touch.