CARAMEL and WALNUT MOUSSE, a single-serving creamy and delicious dessert, easy and quick, perfect idea for parties to make in no time.
Every time I think of parties, I crave a dessert that’s creamy, single-serving, and irresistible. And this caramel and walnut mousse has become my little Christmas obsession 😍.
It takes just a few minutes to prepare, it’s elegant to serve, and that mix of sweet caramel and crunchy walnuts makes you close your eyes at the first spoonful. It’s the perfect dessert after lunch or dinner, or as a tasty snack during a more sophisticated aperitif.
No oven needed, no rising required, just some whipped cream, a bit of homemade or ready-made caramel, and some coarsely chopped walnuts. That’s it: sweet, crunchy, and creamy all together.
This caramel and walnut mousse is one of those desserts that save your party: ready in a few minutes, elegant, delicious, and perfect as a dessert to end a meal or as a sweet snack for a Christmas aperitif.
Join me in the kitchen today there’s caramel and walnut mousse.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Inexpensive
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 4Servings
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
- 1.75 oz walnuts
- 0.18 oz butter
- 5.29 oz sugar
- 1.76 oz butter
- 0.85 cups whipping cream
- 3 egg yolks
- 1 gelatin sheet
Steps
Soak the gelatin in cold water.
In a small saucepan, melt the sugar until you get a golden caramel.
Remove from heat and add the butter, stirring quickly.
Add 0.42 cups of warm (not boiling) cream, stirring to combine.
Beat the egg yolks and incorporate them into the warm caramel, mixing well.
Dissolve the squeezed gelatin in the still warm mixture.
Let it cool to room temperature.
Whip the remaining 0.42 cups of cream and gently fold it into the cooled mixture.
In a small saucepan, melt the sugar until golden.
Add the butter and stir.
Pour in the walnuts and stir until well-coated, then let cool on parchment paper and blend coarsely.
Whip the cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
Divide it into two containers, add the walnuts to one and mix.
Layer the mousses in cups, alternating them, and decorate the top layer with walnuts.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Bon appétit
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CARAMEL and WALNUT MOUSSE
Tips from a messy but organized blogger 😀
For a more fragrant caramel, add a pinch of salt or a teaspoon of rum or orange liqueur.
You can slightly toast the walnuts for a more intense and crunchy taste.
Serve the mousse in single-serving glasses: guaranteed scenic effect for buffets or Christmas dinners.
You can add a drizzle of extra caramel syrup on top of each mousse before serving.
For a vegan version, replace the cream with vegetable whipping cream.
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FAQ CARAMEL and WALNUT MOUSSE
How long does it take to prepare?
About 10-15 minutes. You just need to whip the cream, combine the caramel, and add the walnuts.
Can it be prepared in advance?
Yes! You can assemble it in the morning and keep it in the fridge until serving time.
Can it be frozen?
Better not to freeze it: the whipped cream would lose its consistency.
Can I use other types of nuts?
Yes, hazelnuts or almonds are great, or a mix of walnuts and pistachios.
How can I serve it elegantly?
In transparent glasses, with a drizzle of caramel on top and some walnut crumbs. Perfect for buffets or festive dinners.
