How long can I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.

Can I make this mousse ahead?

Yes, the mousse can be prepared a day in advance.

Can I substitute the gelatin?

Yes, agar-agar can be used as a vegetarian substitute; adjust based on package instructions.

How can I adjust the sweetness?

Reduce or increase the amount of sweetened condensed milk according to your taste preferences.

Does it work with other nuts?

Yes, you can use almonds or pecans for the crumble instead of cashews.

Brazilian Passion Fruit Mousse with Cashew Crumble

Name: Brazilian Passion Fruit Mousse with Cashew Crumble
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: Passion fruit pulp; Sweetened condensed milk; Heavy cream, chilled; Unflavored gelatin; Cold water; Unsalted cashews, roughly chopped; All-purpose flour; Brown sugar; Butter, melted

A tropical dessert bursting with vibrant flavors

Delight in this creamy mousse featuring the tangy essence of passion fruit, topped with a crunchy, nutty cashew crumble.

1 h 30 min
6
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Mousse

Passion fruit pulp

1 cup (fresh or canned)

Sweetened condensed milk

1 cup

Heavy cream, chilled

1 cup

Unflavored gelatin

1 tsp

Cold water

2 tbsp

For the Cashew Crumble

Unsalted cashews, roughly chopped

1/2 cup

All-purpose flour

1/4 cup

Brown sugar

1/4 cup

Butter, melted

1/4 cup

Preparation

Preparing the Passion Fruit Mousse

Bloom gelatin

Bloom the gelatin by mixing it with cold water in a small bowl. Let it sit for 5 minutes.

Ensure the gelatin is fully dissolved before incorporating.

Combine passion fruit and condensed milk

In a large bowl, combine passion fruit pulp and sweetened condensed milk. Mix until smooth.

Fold in heavy cream

Gently fold in the chilled heavy cream to the mixture.

Chill the mixing bowl and beaters for whipping the cream to achieve maximum volume.

Making the Cashew Crumble

Preheat oven and prepare baking sheet

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Mix crumble ingredients

In a bowl, mix the cashews, flour, brown sugar, and melted butter until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Bake crumble

Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden. Allow to cool.

Cooking Process

Blooming Gelatin

Mix gelatin with cold water and heat gently until dissolved.

Combining Ingredients

Fold the gelatin into the mousse mixture carefully to maintain fluffiness.

Chilling Time

Cover and refrigerate the mousse for at least 1 hour to set.

Plating & Serving