Raspberry Mousse
Raspberry Mousse is a luxurious dessert that delights the senses with its airy texture and vibrant flavor. This elegant treat combines fresh raspberries, heavy cream, and a hint of vanilla to create a sweet-tart indulgence that melts in your mouth. Perfect for dinner parties or cozy nights at home, this simple yet impressive dessert requires only a few ingredients and minimal effort. Serve it in elegant glasses topped with fresh raspberries for an eye-catching finish that will leave your guests wanting more.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 27 minute
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup fresh raspberries (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp unflavored gelatin
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the raspberries: Rinse and pat dry the fresh raspberries.
- Make the raspberry puree: Blend half of the raspberries until smooth, then strain to remove seeds.
- Whip the cream: In a bowl, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar and vanilla, then continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
- Dissolve gelatin: Mix gelatin with warm water according to package instructions and let cool slightly.
- Combine: Gently fold the raspberry puree into the whipped cream mixture until well blended.
- Chill: Spoon mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Garnish with remaining raspberries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - For variations, try substituting raspberries with strawberries or add lemon zest for an extra zing. - Ensure your cream is cold before whipping for best results.