Passion Fruit Mousse (Mousse de Maracuyá)

Mousse de Maracuyá, or Passion Fruit Mousse, is a delightful and refreshing dessert that originates from Muisca Cuisine. This creamy and tangy mousse is the perfect way to end a meal or to enjoy as a light treat on a warm day.

Passion Fruit Mousse (Mousse de Maracuyá)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh passion fruit pulp
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin
  • 3 tablespoons cold water

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes to bloom.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the passion fruit pulp and sweetened condensed milk until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  4. Gently heat the bloomed gelatin in the microwave for 10 seconds or until it becomes liquid.
  5. Quickly fold the liquid gelatin into the passion fruit mixture.
  6. Then, gently fold in the whipped cream until no white streaks remain.
  7. Pour the mousse into individual serving glasses and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to set.
  8. Once set, garnish with fresh passion fruit pulp or whipped cream before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
5 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
No cooking required

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Fat
5g
Protein
3g

Supplies

Large mixing bowl Small bowl Whisk Electric hand mixer Measuring cups and spoons

Tools

Refrigerator Microwave

Serving suggestions

Serve the Mousse de Maracuyá chilled, topped with fresh mint leaves or a sprinkle of powdered sugar.

Tips & tricks

For a more intense flavor, you can add a splash of freshly squeezed lime juice to the mousse mixture.

Cost

$10