Light Orange Mousse
Indulge in the citrusy delight of Light Orange Mousse, a dessert that perfectly balances creamy richness with zesty freshness. Made with fresh orange juice and vibrant orange zest, this mousse boasts a burst of bright, fruity flavor in every spoonful. Its airy, cloud-like texture is achieved by folding together velvety whipped cream and softly beaten egg whites, while a touch of vanilla enhances its sophisticated sweetness. A hint of unflavored gelatin ensures the mousse sets to perfection, offering a melt-in-your-mouth experience. Easy to prepare in just 20 minutes (plus chill time), this refreshing orange mousse is the perfect make-ahead dessert to impress your guests. Garnish with orange segments or a sprig of mint for a showstopping finish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 ml Fresh orange juice
- 2 teaspoons Orange zest
- 60 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 packet Unflavored gelatin
- 60 ml Cold water
- 240 ml Heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 large Egg whites
- 20 grams Powdered sugar
Instructions
In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
In a small saucepan, combine fresh orange juice, orange zest, and granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring, until the sugar dissolves completely. Do not boil.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved.
Allow the orange mixture to cool to room temperature.
In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with the vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Set aside in the refrigerator to keep chilled.
In a separate clean, dry bowl, beat the egg whites until they form soft peaks. Gradually add powdered sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold the cooled orange mixture into the whipped cream, taking care not to deflate the volume.
Next, gently fold the beaten egg whites into the orange-cream mixture in thirds, maintaining the light, airy texture.
Divide the mousse into serving glasses or bowls and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until fully set.
Optional: Garnish with orange segments, additional zest, or a sprig of fresh mint before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1295 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.0 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.0 g | 240% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 240 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 205 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 107.7 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 100.3 g | ||
| Protein | 15.2 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 579 mg | 12% | |
*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.
