Description
Raspberry mousse is the perfect blend of elegance and simplicity, making it a must-try dessert for any occasion. This delightful treat showcases the fresh, vibrant flavor of raspberries combined with the light and airy texture of mousse. Ideal for impressing guests at dinner parties or enjoying as a refreshing dessert on a warm summer day, this raspberry mousse recipe is both visually stunning and easy to prepare. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll have a gorgeous dessert that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh raspberries (plus extra for garnish)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (chilled)
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp unflavored gelatin powder (optional)
- 2 tbsp cold water (if using gelatin)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine raspberries with granulated sugar and optional lemon juice. Gently mash until chunky.
- In another bowl, whip chilled heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract; continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
- If using gelatin, dissolve it in cold water as per instructions, then mix into the raspberry blend. Fold in half of the whipped cream gently, followed by the remaining whipped cream until just combined.
- Spoon mousse into serving glasses and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
- Garnish with extra raspberries before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 182
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg