Description
A delightful Blueberry Yogurt Mousse Cake blending sweet blueberries with tangy yogurt, creating a light and airy dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet gelatin
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cake base (sponge cake)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake Base: Start by baking your chosen sponge cake. Once it cools, level off the top to create a flat layer for the mousse. You can soak it with a little blueberry syrup for extra flavor.
- Make the Mousse: In a bowl, combine your yogurt and sugar. Stir until smooth. In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the yogurt mixture.
- Add Gelatin: Dissolve gelatin in warm water according to package instructions, then incorporate it into the yogurt mixture. Gently fold in your fresh blueberries, being careful not to break them too much.
- Assembly: Place the leveled cake on a serving platter. Spoon the mousse generously over the top, smoothing it out. If you have extra mousse, you can layer it in glass cups for individual servings!
- Chill: Allow the assembled cake to chill in the refrigerator for at least 240 minutes, or until set. The flavors meld and intensify during this time, creating a dessert that’s even better once chilled.
- Serve: Top with additional fresh blueberries and a sprinkle of mint for a vibrant presentation. Slice and enjoy the bliss of every soft bite!
Notes
Ensure the cake base is level for stability. Chill the mousse adequately for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: blueberry, mousse cake, dessert, summer, yogurt