Peaches and Cream Mousse
This recipe is for a delicious and creamy peaches and cream mousse. It is made with fresh peaches, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and gelatin. The mixture is whipped until light and fluffy and then chilled until set. It can be served in individual dishes or in one large bowl, garnished with fresh peach slices or whipped cream.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe peaches peeled and diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 envelope unflavored gelatin
- 1/4 cup cold water
Instructions
- In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.
- In a blender or food processor, puree the diced peaches until smooth.
- In a medium saucepan, heat the pureed peaches and sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is hot but not boiling.
- Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the softened gelatin until it has completely dissolved.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and let the mixture cool to room temperature.
- In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the cooled peach mixture into the whipped cream until well combined.
- Spoon the mixture into individual serving dishes or one large bowl.
- Chill the mousse in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until set.
- Serve the peaches and cream mousse chilled, garnished with fresh peach slices or whipped cream if desired. Enjoy!