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Cloud‑Style Vanilla Mousse Cups

A light and airy vanilla mousse served in elegant cups, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Mousse Base
  • 1 cup heavy cream chilled
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large egg whites at room temperature
  • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
Garnish
  • 1/2 cup whipped cream for topping
  • 1/4 cup fresh berries for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Mousse
  1. In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  2. In another bowl, beat the egg whites with cream of tartar until stiff peaks form.
  3. Gently fold the whipped cream into the egg whites until fully combined.
Assemble the Cups
  1. Spoon the mousse mixture into serving cups and refrigerate for at least 45 minutes to set.
  2. Before serving, top each cup with a dollop of whipped cream and fresh berries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, ensure all ingredients are chilled before starting.

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