Sparkling Raspberry Cheesecake Mousse Cups
Experience the bliss of Sparkling Raspberry Cheesecake Mousse Cups, a delightful blend of creamy cheesecake and tangy raspberries topped with effervescent bubbles. This elegant dessert is perfect for any occasion, transforming ordinary moments into celebrations. With its vibrant colors and irresistible flavors, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6 cups 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup fresh raspberries (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 cup heavy cream, cold
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup sparkling water or soda
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp gelatin powder
- 2 tbsp warm water
- Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse raspberries under cool water and gently pat dry. Reserve some whole berries for garnish and blend the rest until smooth.
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth. Stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream to soft peaks and gently fold into the cream cheese mixture.
- Dissolve gelatin powder in warm water and fold into the mousse mixture.
- Carefully fold in sparkling water or soda to add fizz.
- Layer mousse and raspberry puree into cups, starting with mousse followed by puree.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least two hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For a richer flavor, use full-fat cream cheese. Experiment with different fruits like strawberries or blueberries for variations. These cups can be made a day ahead; just keep them chilled until serving.