A luscious and airy Dulce de Leche Mousse that combines rich caramel flavors with light whipped cream and egg whites for a perfectly smooth and creamy dessert. This no-cook mousse is easy to prepare and ideal for a delightful sweet treat served chilled.
Author:Amelia
Prep Time:25 minutes
Cook Time:0 minutes
Total Time:2 hours 25 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Category:Dessert
Method:No-Cook
Cuisine:Latin American
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
400 grams Dulce de Leche
250 ml Heavy Cream, cold
2 large Eggs, separated
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar (for egg whites)
Instructions
Prepare Dulce de Leche Base: In a medium bowl, whisk the dulce de leche until it becomes smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps for a silky texture.
Whip Heavy Cream: In a separate bowl, whip the cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form, which will give the mousse its light and airy structure.
Combine Cream and Dulce de Leche: Gently fold the whipped cream into the dulce de leche mixture until well combined, then mix in the vanilla extract to enhance the flavor.
Beat Egg Whites: Using a clean bowl, beat the egg whites until foamy. Gradually add the granulated sugar, continuing to beat until stiff, glossy peaks form for optimal volume and stability.
Incorporate Egg Whites: Carefully fold the egg whites into the dulce de leche mixture in two additions, taking care not to deflate the mousse, to maintain its light texture.
Chill the Mousse: Spoon the mousse into individual serving glasses or ramekins, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set to allow flavors to meld and the mousse to firm up.
Serve: Serve the mousse chilled, optionally garnished with a sprinkle of cocoa powder or a dollop of whipped cream to add an elegant touch.
Notes
Ensure the heavy cream is cold before whipping to achieve better volume.
Use fresh eggs and keep the egg whites bowl clean and grease-free for best whipping results.
Fold mixtures gently to keep the mousse airy and light.
This dessert should be kept refrigerated and consumed within 2 days for optimal freshness.
For a vegan or egg-free alternative, consider using aquafaba in place of egg whites and coconut cream instead of heavy cream.