Cranberry Mousse Cups
Delightfully light and creamy, these Cranberry Mousse Cups combine the tartness of fresh cranberries with fluffy mousse for a refreshing and elegant dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 cup heavy cream, chilled
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine cranberries, granulated sugar, and water. Cook over medium heat until cranberries burst and sauce thickens, about 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice. Let the cranberry sauce cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the cooled cranberry sauce into the whipped cream until well combined.
- Spoon the mousse into serving cups and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
- Before serving, garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
Notes
For an extra festive touch, sprinkle crushed graham crackers or chopped nuts on top just before serving.
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