Description
Indulge in the velvety smoothness of this delectable Coffee Mousse, a luxurious French-inspired dessert that combines the rich flavors of coffee with airy whipped cream. Perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
- 2 tablespoons hot water
- 2 cups heavy cream, chilled
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Additional Ingredients:
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Dark chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for garnish
Instructions
- Dissolve Coffee: In a small bowl, dissolve instant coffee granules in hot water and let cool slightly.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a heatproof bowl over simmering water, whisk together egg yolks, sugar, and salt until pale and thickened. Remove from heat and whisk in dissolved coffee and vanilla. Cool to room temperature.
- Whip Cream: Whip chilled heavy cream to stiff peaks in a chilled mixing bowl.
- Combine Ingredients: Gently fold whipped cream into the cooled coffee mixture in two additions until smooth and fluffy.
- Chill and Serve: Divide mousse into serving glasses or bowls. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Garnish with chocolate shavings or cocoa powder before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use espresso powder instead of instant coffee.
- You can also fold in a tablespoon of coffee liqueur for an adult version.
- Mousse can be made a day ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Whipping, Chilling
- Cuisine: French-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 65 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 185 mg
