Description
Light and airy raspberry mousse with a bright, fresh flavor made from frozen raspberries, whipped cream, and a touch of gelatin for perfect set. Layered with lady fingers soaked in a simple lemon syrup and garnished with fresh raspberries and mint, this dessert is elegant, refreshing, and ideal for gatherings or special occasions.
Ingredients
For the Raspberry Mousse:
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10 oz (2½ cups) frozen raspberries
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½ cup granulated sugar
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2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice (from one medium/large lemon)
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1 Tbsp Knox unflavored gelatin (about 1¼ packets)
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3 cups heavy whipping cream
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6 Tbsp confectioners’ powdered sugar
For the Filling and Garnish:
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½ of a 7 oz package lady fingers
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12 oz fresh raspberries (reserve 6 for garnish)
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6 to 12 small mint leaves (optional garnish)
For the Simple Syrup:
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1 cup warm water
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1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
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1 Tbsp granulated sugar
Instructions
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Prepare the simple syrup by stirring warm water, lemon juice, and granulated sugar until sugar dissolves. Set aside.
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In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over ¼ cup cold water and let bloom for 5 minutes.
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In a saucepan over low heat, warm the bloomed gelatin just until dissolved; do not boil. Remove from heat.
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In a blender or food processor, puree frozen raspberries with granulated sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Strain to remove seeds if desired.
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Whisk the warm gelatin mixture into the raspberry puree until fully combined. Allow mixture to cool to room temperature.
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In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar to stiff peaks.
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Gently fold the raspberry mixture into the whipped cream until evenly blended.
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Dip lady fingers briefly into simple syrup and layer in a serving dish or individual glasses.
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Spoon half of the mousse over the lady fingers, then add a layer of fresh raspberries. Repeat layers ending with mousse on top.
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Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or until set.
- Garnish with reserved raspberries and mint leaves before serving.
Notes
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For a smoother mousse, strain the raspberry puree to remove seeds before folding into the cream.
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Adjust sugar to taste depending on the tartness of raspberries.
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Can be made a day ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator.
- Lady fingers can be substituted with sponge cake slices or cookies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American, European