Description
Indulge in these rich and creamy pistachio mousse cups, a perfect dessert for any occasion, featuring a delightful blend of nuttiness and sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pistachio paste
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios
- 1/4 cup chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Whip the cream: Start with a chilled mixing bowl. Pour in the heavy cream and beat with an electric mixer on high speed until soft peaks form, about 2-3 minutes.
- Mix pistachio paste and sugar: In another bowl, combine the pistachio paste with sugar until fully incorporated.
- Fold cream into pistachio mixture: Gently add one-third of the whipped cream and fold until smooth. Repeat with the remaining whipped cream.
- Spoon into cups: Carefully scoop the mousse into serving cups, filling them about three-quarters full.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours to allow the mousse to set.
- Top and serve: Add a dollop of whipped cream on top and sprinkle with chopped pistachios and chocolate shavings before serving.
Notes
These mousse cups can be made a day in advance. Make sure to cover tightly with plastic wrap. Experiment with flavors and toppings according to personal preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg