In search of a light, fluffy, and fruity dessert? Vegan Raspberry Mousse is a dream! It is a fresh raspberry made, naturally sweet, and is creamy and melts in the mouth. This mousse is appropriate when you want a healthy dessert or are organizing an elegant dinner. It will not require eggs and dairy; you will need plant-based ingredients and a blender. Vegan Raspberry Mousse is rich in fruity flavor and pink color. It is elegant, refreshing, and yet so easy to make. And, Parents and children together will love this sweet and entertaining gift. Blend and precipitate some dessert magic!
STATS:
- Calories: 140 per serving
- Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 0 minutes
- Total time: 15 minutes
- Serving size: ½ cup
- Cuisine: Vegan, Dessert
- Course: Dessert, Snack
- Diet: Vegan, Gluten-Free
- Serving: Makes 4/6 servings
EQUIPMENT:
- Blender/food processor
- Mixing bowl
- Rubber spatula
- Hand mixer/whisk
- Serving glasses/dessert bowls
- Fine mesh sieve
Ingredients:
- 1½ cups fresh/frozen raspberries
- One can (13.5 oz) of full-fat coconut milk, chilled overnight
- Two tablespoons of honey (maple syrup)
- One teaspoon of vanilla essence
- One tablespoon of lemon juice
- 1½ teaspoons agar agar powder
- ¼ cup water
- Pinch of salt
- Garnish with fresh raspberries and leaves of mint (optional)
Notes on Ingredients:
Raspberries:
- You can use either natural/frozen berries. Blend, then sieve the seeds to make a soft cream.
Coconut Milk:
- Store the can in the refrigerator overnight and put just the dense cream on top. Not much more to blend up with light coconut milk.
Maple syrup:
- A natural sweetener that complements raspberries is maple syrup. You can also use agave syrup.
Agar Agar:
- This vegetable gelatin makes the mousse firm. Before using it, remember to dissolve it in water.
Lemon juice:
- Highlights the light and counterbalances the sweetness. Fresh lemon juice is always preferable.
Vanilla substance:
- Enhances flavor and harmonizes wonderfully with raspberries.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- In a blender, mix the lemon juice, vanilla, maple syrup, & raspberries.
- Blend till the mixture is flawlessly smooth.
- Use a sieve with a fine mesh to strain for a seedless texture.
- In a small saucepan, dissolve the grains of powder of agar in ¼ cup of water.
- Bring to a boil and keep simmering, stirring, for a few minutes at a time.
- After the raspberry puree has been mixed, add the heated agar mixture.
- Blend one more until completely blended and glossy.
- Let it cool moderately for about five minutes.
- Pour approximately ¾ cup of the cooled coconut milk’s solid component into a bowl.
- Use a whisk or hand mixer to beat until light and frothy.
- Add the whipped coconut cream to the raspberry mixture and fold gently.
- Don’t overmix, just stir until everything is fully blended.
- Transfer the mousse with a spoon into tiny dishes or cups.
- To level the tops, lightly tap.
- Freeze for no least two hours.
- Before serving, garnish with shaved vegan chocolate, mint, or raspberries.
TIPS:
- Remember to refrigerate the coconut milk beforehand, so that you will be able to extract only the cream.
- The coconut milk might curdle if you boil it.
- To give it an additional flavor, mix in one tablespoon of raspberry jam.
- Presented in pretty dessert glasses.
- If you want texture, add a few whole raspberries to the linguine before chilling.
- Alternate with granola/crumbled vegan cookies to create a tiered mousse.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
Refrigerate:
- Keep for up to four days in sealed containers. Best consumed within two days for optimal fluff.
Freezer:
- Mousse can be frozen in little containers. If necessary, defrost overnight in the freezer and whisk just a little before serving. A small modification in texture is expected.
FAQs:
Is there a way to avoid agar agar?
- Yes, but softer, more mousse-pudding-like. Chia seeds may substitute cornstarch/cornstarch may substitute chia seeds.
What is the substitute for coconut milk?
- Cashew cream or chilled soy cream might be okay, but it might not get as fluffy.
Can this recipe be gluten-free?
- Yes! It does not have gluten ingredients.
Do I have the Ability to use other berries?
- Absolutely. Blueberries, blackberries/strawberries will do fine as well.
Is it possible to prepare in advance?
- Yes, you may prepare this mousse up to a day prior to the time. Just keep it in the freezer till you’re ready to enjoy it.
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 140
Carbs: 12 g
Total Carbs: 14 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 2 g
Fat: 9 g
Calcium: 20 mg
Iron: 0.8 mg
Vitamin A: 50 IU
Sodium: 25 mg
Potassium: 180 mg
Serving Size: ½ cup
Serving: Makes 4/6 servings
