Sour Cream Mousse
Indulge in the tangy elegance of Sour Cream Mousse, a light and creamy dessert that strikes a perfect balance between sweetness and tartness. Made with rich sour cream, whipped heavy cream, and a hint of vanilla, this no-bake creation is elevated by the zesty brightness of fresh lemon zest. The texture is exquisitely airy, thanks to the inclusion of gelatin, and the mousse comes together effortlessly in just 20 minutes of prep time. Serve it chilled in individual glasses, adorned with fresh mint and vibrant fruit for a refreshing and sophisticated treat. Perfect for any occasion, this versatile dessert is sure to delight your taste buds with its unique flavor profile and delicate presentation. Ideal keywords: sour cream mousse recipe, creamy no-bake dessert, tangy mousse, easy mousse dessert with gelatin.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 ml sour cream
- 240 ml heavy cream
- 50 g granulated sugar
- 1 packet powdered gelatin
- 60 ml cold water
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- fresh mint (optional, for garnish)
- fresh fruit (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Sprinkle the powdered gelatin over the cold water in a small bowl and let it bloom (soften) for 5 minutes.
In a small saucepan over low heat, gently heat the bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved. Do not boil.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the sour cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth.
In a separate chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with a hand mixer or stand mixer until soft peaks form.
Slowly pour the dissolved gelatin into the sour cream mixture while whisking continuously to combine.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the sour cream mixture using a spatula, combining until smooth and airy.
Divide the mousse into individual serving glasses or ramekins. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until fully set.
Serve chilled, garnished with fresh mint or fresh fruit (if desired). Enjoy your tangy and creamy sour cream mousse!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1560 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 128.2 g | 164% | |
| Saturated Fat | 80.0 g | 400% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 360 mg | 120% | |
| Sodium | 257 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.4 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 76.6 g | ||
| Protein | 14.6 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 335 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 129 mg | 3% | |
*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.
