Frozen Pineapple Cantaloupe Mousse
Indulge in the refreshing delight of Frozen Pineapple Cantaloupe Mousse, a light and creamy dessert bursting with tropical flavors. This no-bake treat combines puréed pineapple and ripe cantaloupe with a hint of zesty lime juice, sweetened to perfection and folded into whipped cream for an irresistibly smooth texture. Enhanced with subtle gelatin to achieve a set consistency, this mousse is frozen to create a chilled, velvety finish that's perfect for warm-weather gatherings. Effortlessly easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, this dessert is a stunning make-ahead option ideal for impressing guests or savoring on a summer evening. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a touch of color and a hint of herbal freshness that elevates every spoonful. Perfectly elegant yet delightfully simple, this fruit-forward frozen mousse is a refreshing twist on classic dessert recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Pineapple (fresh or canned, drained)
- 1 cup Cantaloupe (ripe, peeled, and cubed)
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Unflavored gelatin
- 2 tablespoons Cold water
- 2 tablespoons Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a blender, combine the pineapple and cantaloupe. Blend until smooth. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl to remove any pulp. Set aside the fruit puree.
In a small saucepan, sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes to bloom.
Heat the saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly, until the gelatin dissolves completely. Do not allow it to boil.
Stir the dissolved gelatin into the fruit puree. Add the granulated sugar and lime juice, mixing well until the sugar dissolves. Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks using an electric mixer or whisk.
Fold the whipped cream gently into the cooled fruit mixture until well incorporated, being careful not to deflate the mousse.
Pour the mousse mixture into individual serving dishes or a large freezer-safe container. Cover with plastic wrap and freeze for 4-6 hours or until set.
Remove from the freezer 10 minutes before serving to slightly soften. Garnish with fresh mint leaves, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1279 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.5 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.2 g | 241% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 240 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 124 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 121.8 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 118.3 g | ||
| Protein | 4.7 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 657 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
