Butterscotch Mousse

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 15

Amazing Butterscotch Mousse recipe for a sweet dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min (to soak cashews)

Ready In

2 hrs (includes chilling time)

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

320

Sugar

23g

Fat

20g

This Butterscotch Mousse is a delicious and indulgent dessert that is perfect for dinner parties or special occasions. The rich and creamy texture of the mousse is balanced nicely by the tartness of the kiwi slices. The butterscotch extract gives the dessert a lovely caramel flavor that is sure to impress your guests.

Instructions

1.	Soak cashews overnight in water, or boil them in water for around 20 minutes .
2.	Combine the cashews, dates, water, nutmeg, cinnamon, and butterscotch extract in a blender and blend completely until smooth.
3.	Pour the mixture into a bowl and chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
4.	Top with sliced kiwi before serving.

PROS

This Butterscotch Mousse recipe is non-dairy, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly, making it accessible to a wide range of people.

It is easy to make, only requiring a few ingredients that can be found in most grocery stores.

CONS

This dessert can be quite high in calories and natural sugars, so should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It also requires soaking the cashews overnight or boiling them for around 20 minutes, which can be time-consuming.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The cashews in this recipe provide a good source of healthy fats, protein, and minerals such as magnesium and zinc.
Dates are a good source of fiber and antioxidants, which have been linked to promoting digestive health and reducing inflammation.
Kiwi fruits are high in vitamin C and fiber, which can help support immune function and digestive health.

	1 cup cashews , raw
	1 cup dates , soft pitted , packed measure
	1 cup water
	1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
	1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
	1/2 teaspoon butterscotch extract
	6 kiwi fruits , sliced