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Raspberry Mousse


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  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 cups 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

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

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For the Raspberry Mousse:

  • 10 oz (2½ cups) frozen raspberries

  • ½ cup granulated sugar

  • 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice (from one medium/large lemon)

  • 1 Tbsp Knox unflavored gelatin (about packets)

  • 3 cups heavy whipping cream

  • 6 Tbsp confectioners’ powdered sugar

For the Filling and Garnish:

  • ½ of a 7 oz package lady fingers

  • 12 oz fresh raspberries (reserve 6 for garnish)

  • 6 to 12 small mint leaves (optional garnish)

For the Simple Syrup:

  • 1 cup warm water

  • 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice

  • 1 Tbsp granulated sugar


Instructions

  • Prepare the simple syrup by stirring warm water, lemon juice, and granulated sugar until sugar dissolves. Set aside.

  • In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over ¼ cup cold water and let bloom for 5 minutes.

  • In a saucepan over low heat, warm the bloomed gelatin just until dissolved; do not boil. Remove from heat.

  • In a blender or food processor, puree frozen raspberries with granulated sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Strain to remove seeds if desired.

  • Whisk the warm gelatin mixture into the raspberry puree until fully combined. Allow mixture to cool to room temperature.

  • In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar to stiff peaks.

  • Gently fold the raspberry mixture into the whipped cream until evenly blended.

  • Dip lady fingers briefly into simple syrup and layer in a serving dish or individual glasses.

  • Spoon half of the mousse over the lady fingers, then add a layer of fresh raspberries. Repeat layers ending with mousse on top.

  • Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or until set.

  • Garnish with reserved raspberries and mint leaves before serving.

Notes

  • For a smoother mousse, strain the raspberry puree to remove seeds before folding into the cream.

  • Adjust sugar to taste depending on the tartness of raspberries.

  • 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