Description
This Simple Homemade Raspberry Mousse is a light and airy dessert bursting with fresh raspberry flavor. Made with ripe raspberries, whipped heavy cream, and a touch of lemon juice, it’s a refreshing treat perfect for any occasion. The mousse is naturally sweetened and chill-set to silky perfection, making it an elegant yet easy-to-make dessert that serves 4 generously.
Ingredients
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Raspberry Puree
- 2 cups Fresh Raspberries (Ripe and sweet, set aside a few for garnish)
- 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar (Adjust based on the sweetness of the raspberries)
Whipped Cream
- 1 cup Heavy Cream (Whipped until soft peaks form)
- 2 tablespoons Powdered Sugar (For sweetening the whipped cream)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice (Freshly squeezed to enhance flavor)
Instructions
- Prepare Raspberries: Rinse raspberries under cold water, pat dry, and set aside a few for garnish. Place remaining raspberries in a mixing bowl.
- Mash with Sugar: Add granulated sugar to the raspberries and mash gently with a fork. Let sit for 10 minutes to allow natural juices to release and sweetness to meld.
- Blend the Raspberry Mixture: Transfer the raspberry mixture to a blender and blend until smooth. For a seedless mousse, strain the puree through a fine sieve to remove seeds.
- Whip the Cream: In a separate bowl, beat heavy cream until thickened. Gradually add powdered sugar and continue whipping until soft peaks form, ensuring a light and fluffy texture.
- Fold in Raspberry Puree: Gently fold the raspberry puree into the whipped cream, being careful to maintain the airy texture of the mixture.
- Add Lemon Juice: Incorporate the freshly squeezed lemon juice by folding it gently into the mousse mixture to brighten the flavor.
- Chill the Mousse: Spoon the mousse into serving dishes, cover them, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set properly.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, garnish with whole fresh raspberries for a pleasing presentation and immediate enjoyment.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of granulated sugar according to the natural sweetness of your raspberries.
- Straining the blended raspberry mixture is optional but recommended for a smoother texture free of seeds.
- Use chilled heavy cream for best whipping results.
- Serve chilled for the best flavor and texture.
- This mousse is best consumed within 2 days of preparation.
