Heavenly Pineapple Mousse is a delightful, light, and fluffy dessert that combines the tropical sweetness of pineapple with the smoothness of mousse. Here’s a simple recipe for you to try:
Ingredients:
- 1 can (about 20 oz) of crushed pineapple, drained (or fresh pineapple, finely chopped)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional, for extra tang)
- Fresh pineapple chunks or mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare Pineapple:
- Drain the canned crushed pineapple well or finely chop fresh pineapple. If you want a smoother mousse, you can even blend it to make a pineapple puree.
- Whip the Cream:
- In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. This will take about 2-3 minutes with an electric mixer.
- Prepare the Mousse Base:
- In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. If you’re using lemon juice, add it here as well. Mix well.
- Combine:
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture. Use a spatula and fold carefully to maintain the mousse’s light texture.
- Add Pineapple:
- Fold in the prepared pineapple, mixing gently until everything is combined.
- Chill:
- Spoon the mousse into serving dishes or cups and refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours, or until set. You can also chill it overnight for a firmer texture.
- Serve:
- Garnish with fresh pineapple chunks or a sprig of mint for a tropical touch. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Tips:
- You can add a bit of pineapple juice if you’d like a more intense pineapple flavor.
- For a richer mousse, you could add a tablespoon of coconut milk to enhance the tropical taste.
- If you want to make it extra fancy, you can add whipped coconut cream on top.
This mousse is perfect for a summer dessert, a tropical-themed party, or a refreshing treat after a meal.
