Peppermint Chocolate Mousse

• 1 and 1/4 cups heavy whipping cream
• 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate chips
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons peppermint extract
• candy canes, crushed (for garnish)

1. Bring 1 cup heavy whipping cream to a simmer in a heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Remove from heat, add chocolate chips and let melt.
2. Whisk peppermint extract into mixture until thoroughly combined and smooth.
3. Transfer mixture to a glass bowl, cover and refrigerate overnight.
4. Beat 1/4 cup heavy cream into chilled mousse mixture until light and fluffy.
5. Pipe Peppermint Chocolate Mousse into small dessert dishes and garnish with crushed candy canes or peppermint candies.

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Enjoy!