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Blackberry Bliss

Blackberry Bliss Mousse: A Creamy Summer Delight to Savor

Experience the delightful Blackberry Bliss with this quick and gluten-free mousse recipe, perfect for summer.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Mousse Base
  • 2 cups Fresh Blackberries Ripe for maximum sweetness.
  • 0.25 cups Granulated Sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Coconut cream can be used for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla is ideal.
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness.
For the Gelatin Mixture
  • 2 teaspoons Gelatin Powder Or substitute with agar-agar for vegetarian option.
  • 3 tablespoons Cold Water Essential for blooming.

Equipment

  • blender
  • Fine mesh sieve
  • mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Blackberry Bliss
  1. Wash 2 cups of fresh blackberries thoroughly. Blend with ¼ cup of granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice until smooth. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve.
  2. Sprinkle 2 teaspoons of gelatin powder over 3 tablespoons of cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes.
  3. Microwave the bloomed gelatin for 10-15 seconds until fully dissolved.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the strained blackberry puree and the dissolved gelatin.
  5. In a chilled bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy whipping cream with 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and a pinch of salt until soft peaks form.
  6. Fold the blackberry mixture into the whipped cream gently.
  7. Spoon the mousse into individual serving cups and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  8. Garnish with additional blackberries or whipped cream before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 4gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use fresh blackberries for best flavor. Ensure the cream is cold before whipping for optimal texture.

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