Name: Vanilla Mousse with Chocolate
Prep time: 5 h
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 5 h 5 min
Cuisine: European
Ingredients: 5 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder; 5 Tbsp granulated sugar; 1 packet (1/4 oz) unflavored gelatin; 5 Tbsp milk (2% or whole); 1 cup cold water; 1 cup milk (2% or whole); 1 tsp vanilla extract; 2 packets (1/2 oz total) unflavored gelatin; 1 cup + 2 Tbsp granulated sugar; 16 oz sour cream; 8 oz (1 cup) heavy whipping cream

Description

Indulge in this smooth, creamy vanilla mousse with a luscious chocolate topping for a perfect dessert that’s both simple to make and irresistibly delicious. This classic European treat is sure to impress guests with its elegance and delightful flavor combination. With a creamy vanilla base and silky chocolate topping, it’s the kind of dessert that elevates any occasion.

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Jello:

5 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder

5 Tbsp granulated sugar

1 packet (1/4 oz) unflavored gelatin

5 Tbsp milk (2% or whole)

1 cup cold water

For the Vanilla Mousse:

1 cup milk (2% or whole)

1 tsp vanilla extract

2 packets (1/2 oz total) unflavored gelatin

1 cup + 2 Tbsp granulated sugar

16 oz sour cream

8 oz (1 cup) heavy whipping cream

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Instructions

Make the Chocolate Jello: In a small saucepan, whisk together the cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and gelatin. Add the cold water and milk, and place over medium heat. Bring to a boil while constantly stirring to prevent the chocolate from lumping. Once the mixture reaches a boil, remove from heat and allow it to cool to room temperature, about 1 ½ hours.
Prepare the Vanilla Mousse: In a small saucepan, combine the milk, vanilla extract, and gelatin. Whisk to combine and heat over medium heat until the mixture is steamy, but do not allow it to boil. Once it’s warm, remove from heat and let it cool until just warm. (Transfer to another dish to cool faster.)
Whip the Cream: In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream using an electric mixer on high speed until fluffy and spreadable, about 1 ½ to 2 minutes.
Mix the Sour Cream and Sugar: In another bowl, whisk together the sugar and sour cream until smooth and well-blended.
Combine the Mousse: Gently fold the whipped cream into the sour cream mixture. While mixing on low speed, slowly add the warm milk mixture. Continue mixing for another 30 seconds to ensure everything is fully combined.
Set the Mousse: Immediately divide the mousse mixture between 6 serving cups and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until the mousse is mostly set.
Add the Chocolate Layer: Pour 3 to 4 tablespoons of the cooled chocolate mixture over the chilled mousse in each cup. Decorate with five raspberries placed in a ring over the chocolate. Refrigerate until fully set, about 4 to 5 hours.

Notes

Besides raspberries, you can try other fruits like strawberries or blueberries to complement the chocolate mousse.
For a more intense chocolate flavor, consider using dark chocolate in place of the cocoa powder in the chocolate jello.
Add a splash of vanilla liqueur or rum to the vanilla mousse for a grown-up twist on the classic dessert.
This mousse can be made up to 24 hours ahead of time. Just store it in the fridge until ready to serve.

Prep Time: 5 hours
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Chilling, Boiling
Cuisine: European

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 300 kcal
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 40mg