1 envelope unflavored gelatin2 tbsps cold water1/4 cup boiling water1 cup sugar1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder2 cups cold whipping cream2 tsps vanilla extractFresh berries for garnish, if desired

In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water. Let mixture stand 2 minutes to soften. Add boiling water; stir until gelatin is completely dissolved and mixture is clear. Cool slightly.

In a large bowl, mix sugar and cocoa. Add whipping cream and vanilla to the mixture. Beat at medium speed, scraping bottom of bowl occasionally, until mixture is stiff. Pour in the gelatin mixture and beat until well blended. Spoon mousse into dessert dishes. Refrigerate about 30 minutes. Garnish with fresh berries before serving, if desired.

REALLY QUICK AND EASY HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE MALTED ICE CREAM SANDWICHES

Note: This is a “quick fix” recipe. However, the sandwiches do need at least 6 hours freezing time. This is a perfect make ahead recipe.

1/2 cup chopped malted milk balls1 pint chocolate ice cream, softened12 medium-size soft-style chocolate chip cookies6 tbsp chocolate fudge ice cream topping

Mix the malted milk balls into the softened ice cream. Spoon the ice cream onto the flat side of 6 of the chocolate chip cookies. Spread 1 tablespoon of the fudge topping on the smooth side of each of the remaining cookies; press fudge side down onto the ice-cream topped cookie to make a sandwich. Wrap in plastic wrap and freeze at least 6 hours until firm. Remove from freezer 8 to 10 minutes before serving.

Enjoy!