Mint mousse
4 servings
30 minutes
Mint mousse is the embodiment of sophistication and freshness in European cuisine. Its delicate texture, enriched with cream and airy white chocolate, harmoniously blends with a refreshing hint of mint. This dessert likely originates from classic French cuisine, where mint is used for refreshing sweets. Each spoonful brings lightness and pleasant sweetness, while the final touch of pistachios adds a crunchy texture. Mint mousse is perfect for a summer evening or as a light finish to an exquisite dinner. Served in elegant cups with a mint leaf garnish, it delights the eye and offers refined gastronomic pleasure.
1
Gently heat the cream, add mint leaves to it. Remove from heat and let it sit for 10-15 minutes, then blend everything.
- Heavy cream 35% fat: 300 ml
- Fresh mint: 30 g
2
Melt white chocolate in a water bath and mix with cream.
- White chocolate: 150 g
3
Soak the gelatin sheets in 100 ml of warm water.
- Leaf (sheet) gelatine: 2 pieces
4
Whisk the egg and one yolk and mix with the chocolate mixture. Then add gelatin to the mixture and mix everything well.
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
- Egg yolk: 1 piece
5
Pour the mousse into dessert cups and refrigerate for an hour to set. Before serving, sprinkle with crushed pistachios and garnish with a mint leaf.
- Chopped pistachios: 2 tablespoons
- Fresh mint: 30 g