Tropical Mousse
Escape to a sunny paradise with this Tropical Mousse, a luscious dessert brimming with the vibrant flavors of ripe mangoes and juicy pineapple. This no-bake treat combines a silky tropical fruit purée, a hint of zesty lime, and airy whipped cream for a light yet indulgent finish. Enhanced with a touch of unflavored gelatin for the perfect creamy consistency, this mousse is topped with shredded coconut for a delightful crunch and garnished with fresh mint leaves for a refreshing burst of flavor. Ready in just 20 minutes (plus chilling time), this tropical dessert is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for summer gatherings or any occasion that calls for a taste of the tropics. Perfectly sweet, tangy, and velvety smooth, this Tropical Mousse will transport your taste buds to an island getaway!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole ripe mangoes
- 1 cup, diced pineapple
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons shredded coconut
- 4 leaves (optional, for garnish) mint leaves
Instructions
Peel and dice the mangoes, then blend them with the diced pineapple until smooth to make a tropical fruit puree. Set aside.
In a small bowl, sprinkle the unflavored gelatin over 2 tablespoons of water and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
Gently heat the bloomed gelatin in the microwave or on the stovetop until it dissolves completely (about 10-15 seconds in the microwave). Allow it to cool slightly but not solidify.
Stir the dissolved gelatin, lime juice, and powdered sugar into the tropical fruit puree until well combined.
In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream using an electric mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
Fold the tropical fruit mixture gently into the whipped cream using a spatula, being careful not to deflate the whipped cream.
Divide the mousse mixture into 4 serving glasses or dessert bowls and smooth the tops with the back of a spoon.
Chill the mousse in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or until set and firm.
Before serving, sprinkle the top of each mousse with shredded coconut and garnish with a mint leaf if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1377 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.2 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.6 g | 273% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 240 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 100 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 131.2 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.9 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 111.7 g | ||
| Protein | 10.2 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 115 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 1446 mg | 31% | |
*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.
