Light Orange Creamsicle Mousse
A creamy, fluffy treat that marries the sweetness of orange with a hint of vanilla, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 120 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin
- 1/4 cup cold water
- Zest of 1 orange
Instructions
- Sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water, letting it sit for about 5 minutes until it blooms.
- Combine the orange juice, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a medium mixing bowl and whisk until blended.
- Heat the gelatin mixture in the microwave for 10-15 seconds until dissolved, then stir it into the orange mixture.
- Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Fold the whipped cream into the orange mixture gently with a rubber spatula.
- Pour the mousse into serving cups and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set.
- Garnish with a sprinkling of orange zest before serving.
Notes
Make the mousse the night before for improved flavor. Substitute gelatin with vegetarian options like agar-agar if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Find it online: https://www.spiritsdrink.com/light-orange-creamsicle-mousse/