Cranberry Mousse Cups
Cranberry mousse cups are a delightful, airy dessert that perfectly balances the tartness of fresh cranberries with the sweetness of whipped cream. These elegant treats, served in charming cups, are not only visually stunning but also incredibly simple to make. Ideal for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings at home, each bite is a refreshing burst of flavor that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp gelatin powder
- 3 tbsp warm water
Instructions
- Rinse cranberries under cold water and remove stems. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries and sugar, cooking until they burst (about 10 minutes). Let cool.
- Blend cooled cranberries into a smooth puree. Adjust sweetness with more sugar if desired.
- Whip heavy cream in a bowl until soft peaks form, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Dissolve gelatin in warm water and fold it into the cranberry puree.
- Gently combine the whipped cream with the cranberry mixture without deflating it.
- Spoon the mousse into small cups and refrigerate for at least two hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg