Apricot Mousse Recipe

Name: Apricot Mousse
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 envelope unflavored gelatin; 2 cups dried apricots; 4 tablespoons sugar; 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice; 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest; 2 teaspoons finely grated orange zest; 1/2 cup fromage blanc; 2 tablespoons Grand Marnier; Pinch of salt; 3 egg whites; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 2 tablespoons heavy cream, whipped (optional); ⅓ cup plain nonfat yogurt (optional)

Servings: persons

1 envelope unflavored gelatin
2 cups dried apricots
4 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons finely grated orange zest
1/2 cup fromage blanc
2 tablespoons Grand Marnier
Pinch of salt
3 egg whites
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons heavy cream, whipped (optional)
⅓ cup plain nonfat yogurt (optional)

1
In a small bowl, combine gelatin with 1/4 cup water.
2
Set aside to soften.
3
In a small saucepan, combine apricots with 1 tablespoon sugar and 2 cups water.
4
Place over medium-low heat, and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes.
5
Drain well.
6
In a food processor, combine apricots and lemon juice.
7
Process until pureed.
8
Add lemon zest and orange zest, and pulse to mix.
9
Transfer apricot mixture to a small saucepan, and add gelatin mixture.
10
Place over low heat and stir just until warmed, about 2 minutes.
11
Remove from heat and whisk in fromage blanc, Grand Marnier and salt.
12
Set aside.
13
Using an electric mixer, beat egg whites until foamy.
14
Gradually add 3 remaining tablespoons sugar, and continue beating until stiff but not dry.
15
Fold into apricot puree.
16
Beat 1/2 cup heavy cream into soft peaks, and fold into puree.
17
Spoon into parfait glasses or wineglasses.
18
Cover each glass with wax paper.
19
Refrigerate until firm, a few hours or overnight.
20
To serve, remove wax paper.
21
If desired, fold 2 tablespoons whipped cream into yogurt and garnish each glass with a spoonful on top.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 envelope unflavored gelatin, 2 cups dried apricots, 4 tablespoons sugar, 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Apricot Mousse falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Apricot Mousse

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