Lime Mousse Brownie Dessert
Cook Time: 25 minutes Prep Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 50 minutes
Description: This delightful dessert is a perfect balance of textures and flavors. The brownie base offers a dense, rich foundation, while the lime mousse topping adds a light and airy contrast. Originally served at our family’s Thanksgiving dinner in 2003, it was an instant hit and has since become a staple for celebrations throughout the year. The versatility of the recipe allows for the lime mousse to be enjoyed on its own as well, ensuring its place in our culinary repertoire for years to come.
Recipe Category: Lime Keywords: Citrus, Fruit, Potluck, Christmas, Thanksgiving, St. Patrick’s Day, Brunch, Mixer, < 60 Mins, Oven, Refrigerator, Stove Top, Small Appliance
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 355.4
- Fat Content: 18g
- Saturated Fat Content: 10.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 157.3mg
- Sodium Content: 109.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 46.3g
- Fiber Content: 1.4g
- Sugar Content: 38g
- Protein Content: 6.1g
- Servings: 12
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Butter | 1/2 cup |
| Sugar | 3 cups |
| Eggs | 3 |
| All-purpose flour | 1 1/4 cups |
| Baking powder | 2/3 cup |
| Unflavored gelatin | 1/4 cup |
| Sugar | 1 cup |
| Eggs | 4 |
| Lime juice | 1/2 cup |
| Lime zest | 2 |
| Sugar | 1/2 cup |
Instructions:
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Make the Base:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 10-inch springform pan with nonstick cooking spray and set it aside.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt the chocolate and butter together, stirring frequently.
- Remove from heat and stir in the sugar, followed by the eggs, flour, and baking powder. Mix until smooth.
- Spread the batter into the prepared springform pan and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until just set. It’s perfect when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the base to cool in the pan.
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Make the Mousse:
- In a small saucepan, stir together the gelatin, 1/2 cup of sugar, 4 egg yolks, and freshly squeezed lime juice.
- Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until slightly thickened, about 4 to 5 minutes. It thickens further upon cooling, so remove it from heat just as it starts to thicken.
- Stir in the lime zest.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl and refrigerate until it starts to set, approximately 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, beat the reserved egg whites and the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar until stiff peaks form.
- In another bowl, beat the whipping cream until stiff.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the gelatin mixture, then fold this mixture into the stiffly beaten egg whites, ensuring thorough but gentle folding.
- Spread the lime mousse over the cooled base.
- Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight until set.
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Serve:
- Place the dessert on a round serving platter.
- Run a knife around the pan between the mousse and the pan to ensure it’s not sticking, then remove the sides of the springform pan.
- Garnish as desired; raw lime slices or rosettes of stiffly beaten whipped cream make excellent decorations.
- Enjoy your Lime Mousse Brownie Dessert, a tantalizing treat for any occasion!
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Variation:
- Lemon lovers can replace the lime juice and zest with freshly squeezed lemon juice and lemon zest for a delightful twist on this recipe.
