Description
Indulge in this rich and creamy Coffee Mousse, perfect for coffee lovers! With its light texture and bold flavor, it’s an elegant dessert that’s easy to make and sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee (preferably espresso)
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
- 3 large eggs (separated)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Coffee:
- Brew 1 cup of strong coffee and let it cool slightly.
- Whip the Egg Whites:
- In a clean bowl, beat 3 egg whites with a pinch of salt until soft peaks form. Gradually add 1 tablespoon of sugar until glossy and stiff peaks form. Set aside.
- Mix Egg Yolks:
- In another bowl, whisk 3 egg yolks with 2 tablespoons of sugar, 1 tablespoon of instant coffee, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla until pale. Gradually whisk in the cooled coffee.
- Whip the Cream:
- In a separate bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Combine Ingredients:
- Gently fold half of the whipped cream into the coffee mixture. Then, fold in the remaining whipped cream and finally the egg whites, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
- Chill:
- Spoon the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
- Serve:
- Top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or a dusting of cocoa powder before serving.
Notes
- For an extra kick, consider adding a splash of coffee liqueur to the coffee mixture.
- You can store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 4g