- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 (5.9 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding (such as Jell-O®), divided
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 banana, chopped (optional)
- Beat heavy whipping cream in a large bowl with an electric hand mixer until it begins to thicken. Add chocolate pudding and vanilla extract; continue beating until thick enough to hold shape and begins to gather on the beaters. Fold banana into the mousse.