So one day my wife asks me to make something so we can use up these chocolate dessert cups that were left over from a previous recipe. Making a mousse was the first thing that came to mind. And since I still had a bit of Bailey’s Irish Cream left, it was a no brainer to make an Irish Cream Mousse!
The beauty with this mousse is that it is so versatile you can use it for many different kinds of desserts. As with all recipes that contain alcohol, be mindful that it’s possible not all of the alcohol may burn off during the cooking process.
Ingredients
- 2 Tsp Unflavored Gelatin
- 2 Tbsp Water, Cold
- 1/4 Cup Water, Boiling
- 1/2 Cup White Sugar
- 2 Tbsp Cocoa Powder
- 1 1/2 Cups Heavy Cream, Cold
- 1/2 Cup Bailey’s Irish Cream, Cold
- 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract
How to make this Recipe
- Place large mixing bowl and beaters in the freezer for 15 to 20 minutes to chill.
- In a small mixing bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cold water, stir and let stand 1 minute to soften. Add boiling water, stir until gelatin is completely dissolved. Let stand to cool.
- In the large chilled mixing bowl, Combine the sugar and cocoa then add heavy cream.
- Beat at medium-high speed until stiff peaks form. Gradually add Bailey's Irish cream, vanilla, and gelatin mixture. Beat continuously at high speed until well blended and soft peaks form.
- Let stand for 5 minutes until Mousse thickens.
- Spoon into dessert cups or serving dishes and place in refrigerator to chill.
- Chill for 1 hour before serving.
Chef's Notes
→ Please take into consideration that some of the alcohol may not completely burn off and the remains could be of significant concern to recovering alcoholics, parents, and others who have ethical or religious reasons for avoiding alcohol.
Nutrition
Calories: 103kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 7mg | Potassium: 21mg | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 5.2% | Vitamin C: 0.1% | Calcium: 1.2% | Iron: 0.4%
Any nutritional information provided on this site is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with your nutritionist.
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