A light and creamy Bavarian dessert topped with fresh berries, perfect for any occasion.
Author:Jessica
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:4 hours 25 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Chilling
Cuisine:French
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin
1/4 cup cold water
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1 cup assorted fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, blackberries)
Fresh mint for decoration (optional)
Instructions
Dissolve the gelatin in cold water in a small bowl and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it swells.
In a saucepan, combine the heavy whipping cream, whole milk, sugar, and sea salt. Warm the mixture over medium heat, stirring gently until hot but not boiling.
Remove from heat and mix in the bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved, then add the vanilla extract and stir to combine.
Let the mixture cool to room temperature before placing it in the refrigerator for approximately 30 minutes to thicken.
Once thickened, fold in a cup of whipped cream until well blended.
Pour the mousse into individual cups or a large bowl, cover, and chill for at least 4 hours or until firm.
When ready to serve, adorn with fresh berries and a sprig of mint for decoration.
Notes
For a chocolate twist, melt 4 ounces of dark chocolate and incorporate it into the cream mixture before chilling.
Seasonal fruits like peaches or mangoes can be used instead of mixed berries for a refreshing change.