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Mini Blackberry Mousse Cakes

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  • Author: lucia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 270 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Chilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful mini blackberry mousse cakes featuring a rich chocolate cookie crust and a luscious blackberry mousse, perfect for any celebration.


Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blackberries
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon gelatin
  • 1 cup heavy cream, whipped to soft peaks
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Fresh blackberries (for garnish)
  • Edible violets or pansies (for decoration)


Instructions

  1. Combine the crushed chocolate sandwich cookies and melted butter in a bowl until fully mixed.
  2. Press the mixture firmly into the base of the silicone or ring molds.
  3. Freeze for 15 minutes to allow the crust to firm up.
  4. Cook the blackberries, sugar, and water over medium heat until the blackberries break down, approximately 5-7 minutes.
  5. Blend the mixture to create a smooth purée and strain it to remove any seeds.
  6. Bloom the gelatin in the lemon juice for 5 minutes, then warm it slightly and mix it into the cooled blackberry purée.
  7. Allow the purée to cool to room temperature before proceeding.
  8. Fold in the whipped cream and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
  9. Pour the mousse into the chilled crusts and refrigerate for at least 240 minutes or until set.
  10. Heat 1/2 cup of heavy cream and pour it over 1 cup of white chocolate chips in a bowl.
  11. Stir until smooth and cooled slightly, then pour the glaze over the set mousse cakes.
  12. Garnish each with a fresh blackberry and an edible violet.

Notes

Use high-quality chocolate sandwich cookies for the crust and experiment with different berries for unique flavors.