Chocolate Mousse Charlotte

I thought for sure I would have seen this posted already, as this has been a standby of my mother's for the last 30 years or so. It is always a big hit and, best of all, takes little effort.

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 2 (4ounce) packages instant chocolate pudding mix
• 2 (3 ounce) packages ladyfingers
• 2  cups milk
• 1  pint heavy cream
•  whipped cream

Directions

1. Line a springform pan bottom and sides with ladyfingers (about 1-1/2 packages).
2. Follow directions on pudding mix, using 2 cups of milk.
3. Add cream (which replaces the other 2 cups of milk on the package directions).
4. Beat until thick with heavy peaks.
5. Pour into ladyfinger-lined pan and let set.
6. If you like, finish off top with additional whipped cream.