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Easy Coffee Mousse Dessert Cups

Decadent Easy Coffee Mousse Dessert Cups to Delight Your Senses

Discover the exquisite Easy Coffee Mousse Dessert Cups, a delightful way to indulge in coffee-inspired elegance.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Mousse
  • 3 large Eggs No yolks should sneak in.
  • 25 g Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar can be used for a less refined option.
  • 240 ml Heavy Cream Can be swapped for coconut cream for a dairy-free treat.
  • 240 ml Strongly Brewed Coffee Use at room temperature.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be an alternative.
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances sweet flavors.
  • 1 tsp Cream of Tartar Helps stabilize egg whites.
For Garnishing
  • 1 tsp Cocoa Powder Adds a beautiful finish.
  • 4 pieces Coffee Beans For stylish topping.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Medium Saucepan
  • Spatula

Method
 

Mousse Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and 25g of granulated sugar until pale yellow and slightly thickened.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, strongly brewed coffee, vanilla extract, and salt. Heat over medium heat until edges bubble, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Gradually pour the hot cream mixture into the egg yolks while whisking continuously. Return mixture to saucepan and stir on low heat for about 5 minutes until thickened.
  4. Remove from heat and let the custard cool to room temperature.
  5. In a clean mixing bowl, beat egg whites with cream of tartar and remaining sugar until stiff peaks form, about 4-6 minutes.
  6. Gently fold meringue into the cooled custard until no streaks remain.
  7. Spoon the mousse into cups, cover with plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours.
  8. Before serving, dust with cocoa powder and garnish with coffee beans.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 40mgPotassium: 170mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure all equipment is clean and dry to whip the egg whites properly. Let the mousse chill for enhanced flavors.

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