Desserts

Raspberry/Strawberry Mousse

Serves 4/6

Raspberry/Strawberry Mousse

Ingredients

  • 1 x 135 gr. (4¾ oz.) packet raspberry or strawberry
  • jelly, cut into pieces
  • 425 ml (¾) pint cold water
  • 150 ml (¼ pt.) double cream
  • 1 egg white

Method

1

Put the jelly into a bowl or jug suitable for the microwave. Take 3 tbsp. water from the 425 ml (¾ pt.) water and pour over the jelly. Microwave for about 30 seconds to 1 minute, until it has dissolved. Give a good stir.

2

Add the remainder of the water, again stirring round. Place in fridge to cool and thicken slightly.

3

Whisk the cream until softly thickened and in a separate bowl beat the egg white until stiff.

4

Turn the jelly into a large bowl and whisk until foamy. Fold in the whipped cream alternatively with the egg white. When smooth and blended spoon into a large serving dish or individual sundae dishes.

5

Cover with cling film and leave to set.

6

Decorate with fresh raspberries or strawberries.