Mock Chocolate Tapioca Mousse (using cream of wheat)

1 1/4 cups skim milk
1/3 cup Regular, Quick or Instant Cream of Wheat Cereal
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
2 ounces light cream cheese
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups prepared whipped topping
Chocolate shavings, for garnish

In medium saucepan, over medium heat, heat milk to a boil. Slowly sprinkle in cereal. Cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in sugar.

In food processor or electric blender container, blend cereal mixture, chips, cream cheese and vanilla until well combined; pour into large bowl and let stand 5 minutes.

Fold in 2 cups whipped topping. Cover; chill at least 2 hours. Serve topped with whipped topping and chocolate shavings if desired.

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