Avocado Sour Cream Mousse Recipe

Name: Avocado Sour Cream Mousse
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/4 teaspoons unflavored gelatin (from a 1/4-ounce envelope); 1/2 cup cold water; 2 firm-ripe California avocados (1 pound total), quartered, pitted, and peeled; 1 1/2 cups sour cream; 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon grated onion; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper; Special equipment: a 3 1/2- to 4-cup ceramic, plastic, nonstick, or stainless steel mold; Accompaniment: crackers

Servings: persons

1
Sprinkle gelatin over cold water in a small heavy saucepan and let soften 1 minute.
2
Cook over low heat, 1 to 2 minutes, then remove from heat.
3
Coarsely mash avocados with a fork in a large bowl.
4
Stir in gelatin mixture along with remaining ingredients until combined well.
5
Pour mixture into lightly oiled mold and chill, covered tightly with plastic wrap, until firm, at least 4 hours.
6
Run tip of a thin knife between mold and mousse.
7
Tilt mold sideways and tap side of mold against a work surface, turning it, to evenly break seal and loosen mousse.
8
Keeping mold tilted, invert a plate over mold, then invert mousse onto plate.

176

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/4 teaspoons unflavored gelatin (from a 1/4-ounce envelope), 1/2 cup cold water, 2 firm-ripe California avocados (1 pound total), quartered, pitted, and peeled, 1 1/2 cups sour cream, and more.

Yes, Avocado Sour Cream 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Avocado Sour Cream Mousse

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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