VANILLA MOUSSE MERINGUES AND FRESH BERRIES

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Pillowy meringues scented with vanilla and fresh berries make this light-as-air dessert.

Provided by Colin Cowie

Categories     Berry     Dairy     Egg     Dessert     Bake     Easter     Yogurt     Spring     Summer     Shower     Party

Yield Makes 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups plain yogurt
1 cup sugar
2 cups heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla essence
3 egg whites
Rind of 1 orange, finely julienned and blanched
Meringues
1/2 cups mixed berried
Strawberry Coulis
Mint sprigs (for garnish)

Steps:

  • 1. Line a large colander with several layers of cheesecloth.
  • 2. In a large bowl, mix the yogurt with the sugar.
  • 3. In a separate bowl, beat the cream and the vanilla essence until stiff. Fold the cream into the yogurt.
  • 4. In a large bowl, beat egg whites with an electric mixer until stiff but not dry. With a spatula, carefully fold in the yogurt mixture and the orange rind.
  • 5. Transfer the mousse mixture to the prepared colander and place over a bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator to drain for at least 4 hours.
  • 6. When ready to serve, place one meringue on each of the 10 dessert plates. Top with some mousse and a few berries. Top each with a second meringue.
  • 7. Drizzle some strawberry coulis around each meringue and garnish with a few berries and a sprig of mint.

Hadil Ab
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Not bad, but I've had better.


Paris Darnell
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This dessert was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Gorg Turg
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The mousse was a bit runny, but the meringues and berries were perfect.


Tuhim Khan
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was impressive. I'm definitely going to make this again for my next dinner party.


jorge granado
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Not a fan of the meringue, but the mousse and berries were delicious.


Beser Esteven
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This dessert was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. Otherwise, it was very well-made.


madcad88
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Used a different type of berry and it still turned out great! Love that this recipe is so versatile.


Durre Shahwar
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The mousse was light and fluffy, the meringues were crispy and delicate, and the berries added a burst of freshness. Overall, this dessert was a winner!


Muhayyu Din
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Followed the recipe to a T and it turned out great! Will definitely be making this again.


Shaibi Jadoon
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This vanilla mousse, meringue, and fresh berry dessert was an absolute delight! The flavors and textures came together perfectly, creating a truly special dish.