Santomean Coconut And Passion Fruit Mousse

Santomean Coconut and Passion Fruit Mousse is a delightful dessert that captures the tropical flavors of São Tomé and Príncipe, an island nation off the western coast of Central Africa. This creamy and refreshing mousse is perfect for a hot summer day or as a sweet ending to a Santomean meal.

Vegetarian Gluten Free Dessert Santomean Coconut Passion Fruit Mousse
Santomean Coconut And Passion Fruit Mousse

Ingredients

  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup passion fruit pulp
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 packet unflavored gelatin
  • 1/4 cup water

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over the water and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
  2. In a saucepan, heat the coconut milk, sweetened condensed milk, and passion fruit pulp over medium heat until it starts to simmer.
  3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the bloomed gelatin until completely dissolved.
  4. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream and sugar until stiff peaks form.
  5. Gently fold the whipped cream into the coconut and passion fruit mixture until well combined.
  6. Pour the mousse into serving glasses or bowls and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to set.
  7. Once set, garnish with additional passion fruit pulp or shredded coconut before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
No-Bake

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
180 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Fat
10g
Protein
3g

Supplies

Mixing Bowl Saucepan Whisk Spatula Serving Glasses or Bowls

Tools

Refrigerator

Serving suggestions

Serve the Santomean Coconut and Passion Fruit Mousse chilled, and enjoy it with a sprinkle of toasted coconut on top for added texture.

Tips & tricks

For a dairy-free version, you can substitute the heavy cream with coconut cream and use a dairy-free sweetened condensed milk alternative.

Cost

$10