Description
Coconut Mousse is a light and airy dessert that brings the tropical taste of coconut to every bite. This easy-to-make treat whips up in just 10 minutes, making it an ideal addition to summer gatherings or a delightful indulgence for yourself. With its refreshing creamy texture and the ability to customize with various toppings, this mousse will surely impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¼ cup cold water
- 1 ½ tablespoons powdered gelatin
- ¾ cup canned full-fat coconut milk
- ¾ cup cream of coconut
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Instructions
- In a small bowl, pour cold water and sprinkle powdered gelatin over it. Let sit for about 5 minutes.
- Heat canned coconut milk, cream of coconut, and salt in a saucepan until warm but not boiling.
- Stir the gelatin mixture into the warm coconut mixture until dissolved; let cool to room temperature.
- In a mixing bowl, whip heavy cream with sugar until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold the cooled coconut mixture into the whipped cream until well combined.
- Transfer the mousse into serving containers and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to set.
- Serve chilled with your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: none
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mousse (120g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg