Light Raspberry Mousse Recipe That Feels Fancy
A light, creamy raspberry mousse made with fresh berries, whipped cream, and a touch of gelatin. This no-bake dessert is elegant, simple, and perfect for make-ahead entertaining.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
Ingredients
2 cups fresh or thawed raspberries
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) unflavored gelatin
2 tbsp cold water
1 cup heavy cream
Optional: 1 tsp vanilla extract or lemon zest
Instructions
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In a saucepan, cook raspberries and sugar for 5–7 minutes until soft.
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Strain mixture to remove seeds. Let cool slightly.
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Bloom gelatin in cold water for 5 minutes, then melt gently.
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Stir gelatin into warm raspberry puree. Cool to room temperature.
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Whip heavy cream to soft peaks.
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Fold raspberry mixture into whipped cream gently.
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Spoon into glasses or ramekins. Chill at least 2 hours.
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Garnish and serve chilled.
Notes
Use agar-agar for a vegan option. Add lemon zest or vanilla for flavor variation. Keeps up to 3 days refrigerated.