Orange Mousse With Almonds (Mousse A L’Orange Et Aux Amandes)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 12
Sweet and tangy Orange Mousse with Almonds recipe
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

2h 30min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

115 g caster sugar
4 egg yolks
1 whole egg
3 tablespoons Grand Marnier or 3 tablespoons sweet muscat wine
2 tablespoons ground almonds
300 ml freshly squeezed unstrained orange juice
1 unwaxed orange , zest of , cut into juliennes
1 tablespoon toasted slivered almonds
a little icing sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
314
Sugar
43g
Fat
12g
Orange Mousse with Almonds, or Mousse A L'Orange Et Aux Amandes in French, is a classic dessert that is often served in restaurants and cafes throughout Europe. This light and creamy mousse is made with fresh orange juice, egg yolks, and ground almonds, and is topped with toasted slivered almonds for a crunchy texture. It's the perfect dessert to serve after a heavy meal, as it's light and refreshing.

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, beat the caster sugar, egg yolks and whole egg until pale and creamy.
2.Add the Grand Marnier or sweet muscat wine and ground almonds, and mix well.
3.Gradually pour in the orange juice, mixing well until the mixture is smooth.
4.Pour the mixture into a large saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened.
5.Remove from heat and stir in the orange zest.
6.Pour the mixture into serving glasses and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
7.Before serving, sprinkle with toasted slivered almonds and dust with icing sugar.

PROS

This orange mousse is a light and refreshing dessert that is perfect for the summer months.
The sweetness of the mousse is balanced perfectly with the tanginess of the orange juice.

It’s also a great make-ahead dessert that can be prepared the day before and refrigerated until ready to serve.

CONS

This dessert does contain a fair amount of sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It’s also important to note that this recipe contains raw eggs, which may not be suitable for everyone.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert is not particularly healthy, it does contain some vitamin C from the orange juice. The almonds also add some healthy fats and protein to the dish.
However, it’s important to remember that this dessert should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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