This Blackberry Mousse is a light, creamy dessert with the fresh, tangy flavor of blackberries. Perfect for summer or any special occasion, this elegant mousse is easy to make and deliciously refreshing!
Blackberry Mousse
This Blackberry Mousse is a light, creamy dessert with the fresh, tangy flavor of blackberries. Perfect for summer or any special occasion, this elegant mousse is easy to make and deliciously refreshing!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2cups(300g) fresh blackberries (plus extra for garnish)
- 1/4cup(50g) granulated sugar
- 1 tbsplemon juice
- 1 tspvanilla extract
- 1cup(240ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
- 1/4cup(30g) powdered sugar
- Fresh blackberries
- Whipped cream
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Prepare the Blackberry Puree:In a small saucepan, combine the blackberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the blackberries are soft and release their juices.Use a fine-mesh strainer to strain the mixture, pressing with a spoon to extract as much juice as possible. Discard the seeds and let the puree cool to room temperature.
- In a small saucepan, combine the blackberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the blackberries are soft and release their juices.
- Use a fine-mesh strainer to strain the mixture, pressing with a spoon to extract as much juice as possible. Discard the seeds and let the puree cool to room temperature.
- Whip the Cream:In a large mixing bowl, whip the cold heavy cream with the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- In a large mixing bowl, whip the cold heavy cream with the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Combine the Mousse:Gently fold the cooled blackberry puree into the whipped cream until fully combined, creating a light, fluffy mousse.
- Gently fold the cooled blackberry puree into the whipped cream until fully combined, creating a light, fluffy mousse.
- Assemble the Mousse:Spoon or pipe the blackberry mousse into dessert cups or bowls. Smooth the tops.
- Spoon or pipe the blackberry mousse into dessert cups or bowls. Smooth the tops.
- Chill and Serve:Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the mousse to set.Garnish with fresh blackberries, a dollop of whipped cream, and mint leaves if desired.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the mousse to set.
- Garnish with fresh blackberries, a dollop of whipped cream, and mint leaves if desired.
Notes
Adjust sweetness:If your blackberries are very tart, add an extra 1-2 tbsp of sugar when cooking the blackberry puree.
Make it fancy:Layer the mousse with crushed graham crackers or serve with a drizzle of chocolate sauce.
Storage:Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
