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Coffee Mousse Dessert Cups

Decadent Coffee Mousse Dessert Cups for Effortless Indulgence

This Coffee Mousse Dessert Cups recipe combines comforting nostalgia with modern simplicity for a gluten-free indulgence.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Gluten-Free
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Mousse
  • 3 large Eggs Use pasteurized egg whites for safety.
  • 25 g Granulated Sugar For custard.
  • 75 g Granulated Sugar For meringue.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Use high-fat content for best results.
  • 1 cup Strongly Brewed Coffee Freshly brewed for rich taste.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Optional but recommended.
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 tsp Cream of Tartar Can substitute with lemon juice.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Dessert cups

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Coffee Mousse Dessert Cups
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the egg yolks and 25g of granulated sugar. Whisk until pale and creamy, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the heavy cream, strongly brewed coffee, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir until bubbles form but do not boil.
  3. Gradually pour the warm cream mixture into the whisked egg yolks while whisking continuously. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat for about 5 minutes until thickened.
  4. Remove from heat and let the custard cool completely at room temperature or refrigerate for 15-20 minutes.
  5. Beat the egg whites with the remaining 75g of sugar and cream of tartar until stiff peaks form and glossy. This creates the meringue.
  6. Gently fold the meringue into the cooled custard in two additions, maintaining airiness.
  7. Portion the mousse into 4-5 dessert cups, covering them with plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours.
  8. After chilling, dust with cocoa powder and garnish with coffee beans before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5.5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure all equipment is clean for maximum volume when whipping egg whites.

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