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October 9, 2018

Fresh Apple Mousse

This fresh apple mousse is light, crisp, and refreshing. The chunks of apple add a nice texture, and the lack of spices lets the apple flavor really shine.

Apple mousse topped with whipped cream, mint, and thinly sliced apples

So here’s a confession, I don’t really like the fall pumpkin spice craze. And while I LIKE cinnamon with apple, I often prefer plain ol apple. Spices are good and definitely have their place (I use them all the time, duh), but they can sometimes overpower the natural flavor of whatever they are added to.

When you think of mousse, you probably think of vanilla, chocolate, or maybe lemon. I bet you’ve never had apple mousse before! And FRESH apple mousse, at that. This mousse has some serious apple flavor, undefiled by any additional flavors.

Whipping cream with an electric mixer

The texture is super light, with whipped cream folded in. I think cream is my number one favorite ingredient to work with when I make desserts. It’s just so smooth and light and yummy.

There are also THREE different apple ingredients. We make a quick apple compote, fresh diced apples, and some apple cider/juice.

Adding diced apples to mousse.

You can choose your favorite apple variety, but make sure it’s one that can stand up to some cooking. I personally used gala apples, because it’s the kind I always buy for my kids to snack on. It’s nice and crisp, and one of the cheaper varieties. Double win!

Overhead shot of the apple mousse in cups.

I like to put the mousse in little individual cups, because it’s cuter that way. But the first time I made this, I just poured it into one big glass container and scooped it out with a spoon onto plates. If you want to add some extra cuteness, top it with a little whipped cream, a sprig of mint, and some thinly sliced apples (Make sure to top it with the apple slices immediately before serving, so they don’t brown!) By the way, my mom found those plastic cups at the dollar store, like, 6 for a dollar. Aren’t they so cute?! I totally stole some and took them home with me.

Look at that. You’ve probably never had mousse like this before, and you’re gonna love it. See the video below to watch me make it!

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Fresh Apple Mousse

This fresh apple mousse is light, crisp, and refreshing. The chunks of apple add a nice texture, and the lack of spices lets the apple flavor really shine.

Course Dessert
Keyword apple mousse
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
resting time 1 hour
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 apple I use Gala
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 100 ml water
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1.5 teaspoons gelatin
  • 30 ml cold water
  • 2 tablespoons apple juice
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons plain greek yogurt I use whole milk greek
  • 150 ml whipping cream
  • diced apple to taste, I use 1/4-1/3 of an apple

Instructions

  1. Make the apple compote: Peel your apple and cut into about 10-12 equal pieces. Add to a small saucepan along with the 1/4 cup sugar, 100 ml water, and lemon juice. Stir together. Simmer until the apple is easily pierced with a fork, but not yet falling apart. 

  2. Puree the apple compote until smooth. Prep the gelatin by sprinkling it over the cold water. Set aside and allow to bloom. When fully bloomed, microwave for about ten seconds until melted.

  3. Add the pureed apples to a medium sized mixing bowl. Add the apple juice, the 2 tablespoons of sugar, Greek yogurt, and melted gelatin and whisk to combine. Set aside, or place in fridge. If you put it in the fridge, make sure not to leave it long enough for the gelatin to start to set. If you take it out right after the next step, you'll be totally fine.

  4. In another small/medium mixing bowl, whip the cream until not-quite-stiff peaks form.

  5. Add the cream to the apple mixture and mix with a spatula. You can place the bowl over a bowl of ice to help it start to cool and thicken. Once it is fully combined, fold in the diced apples.

  6. Ladle the mixture into individual cups/ramekins, or into one bigger container, and refrigerate for about an hour until fully set. Feel free to garnish with whipped cream, mint leaf, and apple. 

Recipe Notes

Adapted from: Cookpad (Japanese)

 

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  1. Janice M. says

    March 1, 2019 at 3:27 pm

    It looks very refreshing and I am planning to make this dessert for my daughter’s class St Patrick day party. The only thing is I want to add some more green color in it. But I don’t like to use too much of food coloring. Any idea on how I can incorporate some more green color to match her St. Patrick day theme party? Thank you! I love all the recipes in your blog.

    Reply
    • Alisa says

      March 4, 2019 at 3:33 pm

      I’ve seen plant based food coloring at whole foods. Maybe that would work?

      Reply
  2. Gaby says

    April 5, 2019 at 1:26 pm

    Hi, this looks delicious. Could I skip the whipping cream and add more Greek yogurt instead? Thank you!

    Reply
    • Alisa says

      May 9, 2019 at 3:42 pm

      You need to add whipped cream to add lightness to it, sorry about that!

      Reply
  3. Natalie says

    August 14, 2019 at 1:25 pm

    This sounds absolutely delicious! Do I have to use the diced apples, though?

    Reply
    • Alisa says

      August 14, 2019 at 3:34 pm

      You don’t have to!

      Reply
  4. Rachel says

    August 22, 2020 at 4:08 am

    When puréeing, am I supposed to drain the apples first or not?

    Reply
    • Alisa says

      August 22, 2020 at 8:00 am

      Nope, don’t drain them! There’s a video on there that shows how it’s made too 🙂

      Reply

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