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Raspberry Mousse

Heavenly Raspberry Mousse That's Ready in Just 15 Minutes

This Heavenly Raspberry Mousse is a delightful and airy dessert that bursts with fruity flavor, perfect for any occasion, and can be prepared in just 15 minutes!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mousse
  • 2 cups Raspberries fresh or frozen, unsweetened
  • 3 tablespoons Granulated Sugar or powdered sugar for a finer texture
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice fresh juice recommended
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream can substitute with whipping cream
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Gelatin Powder vegan alternatives can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Cold Water
For Garnishing
  • 4 leaves Mint Leaves for decoration

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Small saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • rubber spatula
  • dessert cups

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Raspberry Mousse
  1. Rinse fresh raspberries and macerate with granulated sugar and lemon juice in a medium bowl for 10 minutes.
  2. Blend the macerated raspberries until smooth and strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl.
  3. Combine gelatin powder with cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes; then heat until dissolved.
  4. Stir the dissolved gelatin into the raspberry puree to combine.
  5. Whip heavy cream with vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  6. Gently fold the raspberry mixture into the whipped cream in three additions to maintain airiness.
  7. Transfer the mixture into dessert cups, filling them about three-quarters full.
  8. Chill the mousse for at least 2 hours until set.
  9. Garnish with fresh raspberries and mint leaves before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This mousse can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for freshness. A sprinkle of extra raspberries or mint can elevate the presentation.

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