Strawberry Raspberry Mousse

Who doesn’t love a fluffy, fruity mousse in the middle of the winter?

Fresh off the “5th Worst Blizzard in Chicago History” (whatever), we needed something reminiscent of a warm summer night with crickets chirping romantically in the background. (I know that the crickets themselves aren’t romantic- although I’m not familiar with their mating patterns so they very well might be getting busy as they chirp all night long- but you know what I mean… the crickets simply add to that far, far away Endless Summer Nights feeling.)

So why not make a fruity dessert? Blend some berries in with a few other ingredients, and the next thing you know, you’re on a patio with a cold glass of Sauvignon Blanc in your hand and you’re swatting away the mosquitoes before the mousse is served. Hm. Let’s keep February around for a little bit longer after all.

Adapted from Saveur’s recipe…

2 cups strawberries, trimmed (about 1/2 lb.)

1 1/2 cups raspberries (about 1/2 lb.)

1/2 cup sugar

1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

1/2 teaspoon salt

3 eggs, separated into yolks and whites

3 tablespoons strawberry or raspberry liqueur, such as Chambord

1 cup heavy whipping cream

1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1. Purée strawberries and raspberries in a blender until very smooth, about 2 minutes; transfer to a large saucepan. Add sugar, lemon juice, salt, and egg yolks; whisk until smooth. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, and whisk frequently while cooking until thickened (about 12 – 15 minutes). Transfer to a large bowl and stir in liqueur; refrigerate until cold, about 30 minutes.
2. In a separate medium bowl, whisk egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold gently into to berry mixture and set aside.
3. In a separate medium bowl, beat cream and vanilla until stiff peaks form; fold into berry mixture until combined. Spoon mousse into serving cups; chill before serving and garnish with strawberries &/or raspberries.
Tips:
- Prefer just strawberry or just raspberry? Sure thing. Just use a pound of whatever fruit you prefer.
- No strawberry or raspberry liqueur? Or prefer not to use it? No problem. Just use a teaspoon of either strawberry or raspberry extract… or nothing at all. Just increase the vanilla to 2 teaspoons.
- Serve within a day of making- the sooner the better.
- Enjoy!
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