Description
A light and fluffy vanilla mousse that offers a delightful combination of creaminess and subtle sweetness, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1/2 cup sour cream or mascarpone cheese
Instructions
- Sprinkle the gelatin over the water in a small bowl and let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Whip the heavy cream with sugar and vanilla in a medium bowl until soft peaks form.
- Mix the sour cream or mascarpone in another bowl until smooth.
- Heat the gelatin mixture until completely dissolved, avoiding boiling.
- Fold the dissolved gelatin into the whipped cream mixture gently.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the gelatin mixture until fully combined.
- Spoon the mousse into serving dishes and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
Serve with a dollop of whipped cream and fresh berries or chocolate shavings for an elegant touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: vanilla mousse, dessert, creamy dessert, French dessert, easy mousse