Mousse cake with fruit puree

Mousse Cake with Fruit Puree is a light and elegant dessert featuring a creamy mousse layer and a vibrant fruit puree topping. The mousse provides a rich, airy texture, while the fruit puree adds a refreshing and fruity flavor. Here’s a recipe to create this delightful treat:

Mousse Cake with Fruit Puree Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Cake Base (Optional):

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ¼ cup cocoa powder
• ¼ tsp baking powder
• ¼ tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large egg
• ¼ cup milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Mousse Layer:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• ¼ cup milk
• 2 tsp powdered gelatin
• 2 tbsp water (for blooming gelatin)
• 1 cup fruit puree (such as raspberry, mango, or strawberry)

For the Fruit Puree Topping:

• 1 ½ cups fruit puree (same as used in the mousse)
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp powdered gelatin
• 1 tbsp water (for blooming gelatin)

For Garnish (Optional):

• Fresh fruit
• Mint leaves
• Whipped cream

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Cake Base (if using)

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.

2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. Combine wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, egg, milk, and vanilla extract.

4. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.

5. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely.

Step 2: Prepare the Mousse Layer

1. Bloom gelatin: In a small bowl, sprinkle the powdered gelatin over 2 tablespoons of water. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes to bloom.

2. Heat milk and gelatin: In a small saucepan, heat ¼ cup of milk over low heat. Stir in the bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

3. Beat cream cheese: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.

4. Add sugar and vanilla: Mix in the granulated sugar and vanilla extract until well combined.

5. Add fruit puree: Stir in the fruit puree.

6. Whip cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.

7. Combine: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth.

8. Add gelatin mixture: Fold in the gelatin mixture until well combined.

Step 3: Assemble the Cake

1. Layer the cake base: If using, place the cooled cake base in the bottom of an 8-inch springform pan or cake ring.

2. Add mousse layer: Pour the mousse mixture over the cake base and smooth the top.

3. Chill: Refrigerate the mousse layer for at least 2 hours, or until set.

Step 4: Prepare the Fruit Puree Topping

1. Bloom gelatin: In a small bowl, sprinkle the powdered gelatin over 1 tablespoon of water. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes to bloom.

2. Heat fruit puree and gelatin: In a small saucepan, heat the fruit puree, granulated sugar, and lemon juice over low heat until the sugar dissolves. Stir in the bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

3. Add topping: Once the mousse layer is set, pour the fruit puree topping over the mousse. Smooth the top.

4. Chill: Refrigerate the cake for an additional 1-2 hours, or until the fruit topping is set.

Step 5: Garnish and Serve

1. Garnish (Optional): Decorate with fresh fruit, mint leaves, or a dollop of whipped cream if desired.

2. Serve: Slice the cake and serve chilled.

This Mousse Cake with Fruit Puree is a sophisticated and refreshing dessert, perfect for showcasing your favorite fruit flavors. Enjoy!