Cranberry Mousse
A delightful dessert combining the tartness of cranberries with the smoothness of cream, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cranberries You can also use frozen cranberries, thawed and drained.
- 1 cup sugar Adjust according to taste preference for sweetness.
- 1 cup heavy cream Whipped until soft peaks form.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the flavor of the mousse.
- 1 envelope unflavored gelatin Used to help the mousse set.
- 1/4 cup cold water For dissolving the gelatin.
Instructions
Preparation and Cooking
- In a saucepan, combine cranberries and sugar. Cook over medium heat until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens. Let it cool.
- In a bowl, dissolve gelatin in cold water.
- Add the gelatin to the cooled cranberry mixture.
- Whip the heavy cream with the vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cranberry mixture.
- Spoon the mixture into dessert cups and refrigerate until set, about 2 hours.
Notes
Serve in small dessert cups or bowls, garnished with fresh cranberries, a dollop of whipped cream, or a sprig of mint. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to three days. Enjoy chilled.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 20mgFiber: 2gSugar: 24g
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