Orange Mousse Recipe

Name: Orange Mousse
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 1/2 cups skim milk; 3 large eggs; 3 egg whites; 1 cup granulated sugar; 2/3 cup cornstarch; 1/2 cup orange juice (fresh is best); 1 tablespoon grated orange rind; 1 tablespoon butter; 4 teaspoons vanilla extract (use pure if possible); 2 cups lightly frozen whipped topping, non dairy, thawed or 2 cups two cups whipped cream; orange slice (to garnish)

Servings: persons

3 1/2 cups skim milk
3 large eggs
3 egg whites
1 cup granulated sugar
2/3 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup orange juice (fresh is best)
1 tablespoon grated orange rind
1 tablespoon butter
4 teaspoons vanilla extract (use pure if possible)
2 cups lightly frozen whipped topping, non dairy, thawed or 2 cups two cups whipped cream
orange slice (to garnish)

1
In a large saucepan heat milk over medium heat until bubbles form around the edge of the pan (do not boil). Add butter,allow it to melt.
2
Meanwhile in a bowl using an electric mixer at high speed beat eggs, egg whites, sugar & cornstarch until very light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Mix in orange juice and orange peel.
3
Beat in 1 cup of the hot milk into the egg mixture.
4
Slowly whisk the egg mixture into the hot milk.
5
Bring mousse to a boil whisking the entire time until the mixture is thick, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla.
6
Pour mousse into a bowl, cover and put in fridge until cold, about 2 hours.
7
Fold in whipped topping, place in serving dishes (a large wine glass looks great) garnish with an orange and serve or you may cover and put in fridge until you are ready to serve, garnish just before serving.

1030

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 1/2 cups skim milk, 3 large eggs, 3 egg whites, 1 cup granulated sugar, and more.

Yes, Orange 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.

Orange Mousse

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