Description
A light and airy vanilla mousse that is rich and satisfying, 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 until soft peaks form.
- Mix the sour cream or mascarpone until it’s nice and smooth.
- Heat the gelatin mixture until it’s completely dissolved, being careful not to boil.
- Fold the dissolved gelatin into the whipped cream mixture gently.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the gelatin mixture until combined.
- Spoon the mousse into serving dishes.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
Serve with berries, chocolate shavings, or a drizzle of sauce. Add a dollop of whipped cream and a sprig of mint for flair.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: vanilla mousse, dessert, creamy dessert, easy dessert, family-friendly dessert