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Creamy Orange Creamsicle Mousse

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A light, airy, and refreshing dessert capturing the nostalgic creamsicle flavor with real orange juice and vanilla-infused cream. Perfect for summer and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 ml) fresh orange juice
  • Zest of 1 large orange
  • 1 ½ cups (360 ml) heavy cream, chilled
  • ⅓ cup (65 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon (about 9 g) gelatin powder
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) cold water
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon orange liqueur

Instructions

  1. Sprinkle the gelatin powder evenly over ¼ cup (60 ml) of cold water in a small bowl. Let it sit for 5 minutes to bloom.
  2. Gently heat the gelatin mixture in the microwave for about 15 seconds or over a double boiler until fully dissolved. Do not boil.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine fresh orange juice, orange zest, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir until sugar is mostly dissolved.
  4. Slowly whisk the warm gelatin into the orange juice mixture. If using orange liqueur, add it now and stir gently.
  5. Place the orange gelatin mixture in the fridge for about 15 minutes until it starts to thicken but is not fully set.
  6. Whip the heavy cream in a cold bowl using an electric mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
  7. Gently fold about one-third of the whipped cream into the orange mixture to lighten it, then fold in the remaining whipped cream until just combined.
  8. Spoon the mousse into serving glasses or ramekins. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably 3-4 hours, until fully set.
  9. Before serving, garnish with a small orange zest twist or fresh mint leaves.

Notes

Use cold heavy cream straight from the fridge for best whipping results. Bloom gelatin properly and avoid overheating to ensure mousse sets well. Fold whipped cream gently to keep mousse airy. Chill mousse for at least 2 hours for best texture. For dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with whipped coconut cream and gelatin with agar-agar.

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Keywords: orange mousse, creamsicle mousse, citrus dessert, light dessert, summer dessert, easy mousse, creamy orange dessert

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