Indulge in the luxurious sweetness of this creamy Butterscotch Mousse, a dessert that blends the rich, caramelized flavors of brown sugar and butter with the velvety texture of whipped cream. Infused with a hint of vanilla and a subtle touch of salt, this no-bake treat achieves its irresistibly light and airy consistency with the help of gelatin. Perfectly balanced and elegantly simple, each spoonful delivers a symphony of buttery, toffee-like decadence. Ideal for dinner parties or a sweet finish to any meal, this homemade mousse is easy to prepare yet delightfully impressive. Serve chilled in individual glasses, garnished with whipped cream, a drizzle of caramel, or a sprinkle of sea salt for a show-stopping presentation.
In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin powder over 2 tablespoons of cold water. Let it bloom for 5 minutes.
In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat and then add the brown sugar. Cook while stirring constantly until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture becomes thick and glossy, about 2-3 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and slowly add 120 ml of heavy cream to the sugar mixture while stirring. Be cautious as the mixture may bubble up. Continue stirring until fully combined, then remove the saucepan from the heat.
Add the salt and vanilla extract to the butterscotch mixture. Stir well and let it cool for a few minutes.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks and granulated sugar together until pale and slightly thickened.
Slowly add the warm butterscotch mixture to the egg yolks, a little at a time, whisking constantly to temper the eggs and prevent curdling.
Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 5-7 minutes). Do not let it boil.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the bloomed gelatin until completely dissolved. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally.
In a separate large mixing bowl, whip the remaining 240 ml of heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold the cooled butterscotch mixture into the whipped cream in batches, being careful not to deflate the mousse.
Divide the mousse into serving glasses or bowls and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.
Optional: Garnish with whipped cream, caramel drizzle, or a sprinkle of sea salt before serving.
Serving size | 638.2 grams (638.2g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 2250 |
Total Fat 167.80g | 215% |
Saturated Fat 96.80g | 484% |
Cholesterol 1002mg | 334% |
Sodium 323mg | 14% |
Total Carbohydrate 150.40g | 55% |
Dietary Fiber 0.00g | 0% |
Total Sugars 147.80g | |
Protein 11.10g | 22% |
Vitamin D 55IU | 275% |
Calcium 162mg | 12% |
Iron 2mg | 12% |
Potassium 206mg | 4% |
Source of Calories