Ingredients with Measurements:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup mango puree
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp gelatin powder
- 2 tbsp cold water
Special equipment needed:
- Electric mixer
- Mixing bowls
- Saucepan
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Blender or food processor
- Serving glasses or ramekins
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
2. In another mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
3. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the whipped cream, and continue to whip until well combined.
4. Fold the whipped cream mixture into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
5. In a saucepan, combine the mango puree, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and reduces by half.
6. In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin powder over the cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes to bloom.
7. Add the bloomed gelatin to the mango mixture and stir until fully dissolved.
8. Let the mango mixture cool to room temperature.
9. Fold the cooled mango mixture into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
10. Divide the mousse mixture evenly among serving glasses or ramekins.
11. Chill the mousse in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or until set.
Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Chilling time: 2 hours
Temperature:
Refrigerate at 40°F or below.
Serving size:
Makes 6 servings.
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 360
Total fat: 29g
Saturated fat: 18g
Cholesterol: 103mg
Sodium: 151mg
Total carbohydrates: 23g
Dietary fiber: 0g
Total sugars: 22g
Protein: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use Neufchâtel cheese instead of cream cheese for a lighter version.
- You can use coconut cream instead of heavy cream for a dairy-free version.
- You can use any fruit puree instead of mango puree.
Variations:
- You can add a layer of crushed graham crackers or cookie crumbs at the bottom of each serving glass for a crunchy texture.
- You can top the mousse with whipped cream, fresh fruit, or chopped nuts.
- You can use different flavors of gelatin powder to match the fruit puree.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature before beating to avoid lumps.
- Whip the heavy cream in a chilled mixing bowl to achieve maximum volume.
- Use a blender or food processor to make the mango puree if you don't have a store-bought one.
- Stir the mango mixture constantly while cooking to prevent burning.
- Let the mango mixture cool to room temperature before folding into the mousse to avoid melting the whipped cream.
Storage instructions:
Store the mousse in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Not applicable.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the mousse in clear glass cups or ramekins to showcase the layers.
- Garnish the mousse with fresh mint leaves or edible flowers for a pop of color.
Garnishes:
- Whipped cream
- Fresh fruit
- Chopped nuts
- Crushed graham crackers or cookie crumbs
- Mint leaves
- Edible flowers
Pairings:
- Sparkling wine or champagne
- White wine
- Mango sorbet
Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Green salad with citrus dressing
- Grilled shrimp skewers
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mousse is too runny, it may need more chilling time or more gelatin powder.
- If the mousse is too thick, it may need more whipped cream or more fruit puree.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure all ingredients are fresh and properly stored.
- Wash your hands and all equipment before handling food.
- Keep the mousse refrigerated at all times.
Food history:
Mousse is a French dessert that originated in the 18th century. It is a light and airy dessert made with whipped cream or egg whites and flavored with various ingredients such as chocolate, fruit, or coffee.
Flavor profiles:
The mousse de queso y dulce de mango has a creamy and tangy flavor from the cream cheese and a sweet and tropical flavor from the mango puree.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the mousse as a dessert after a fancy dinner party or as a refreshing treat on a hot summer day.
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