Cranberry Mousse Cups
Light and fluffy cranberry mousse cups offer a delightful blend of tangy cranberries and creamy texture, perfect for a festive dessert or elegant appetizer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon grated orange zest
- 1 envelope unflavored gelatin (about 2 1/2 teaspoons)
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- 3/4 cup heavy cream, chilled
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
- Mini phyllo cups or tart shells (about 12)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine cranberries, granulated sugar, and water. Cook over medium heat until cranberries burst and mixture thickens, about 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and orange zest. Allow to cool slightly.
- Sprinkle gelatin over cold water in a small bowl and let stand for 5 minutes to bloom.
- Warm the bloomed gelatin gently until dissolved, then stir into the warm cranberry mixture. Let the mixture cool completely but not set.
- In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold the cooled cranberry mixture into the whipped cream until evenly combined.
- Spoon the mousse into mini phyllo cups or tart shells and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until set.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves before serving, if desired.
Notes
For an extra festive touch, sprinkle crushed pistachios or drizzle melted white chocolate over the mousse cups before serving.
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