Silky Smooth Raspberry Mousse (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
04 - 1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin powder
05 - 2 tablespoons cold water
06 - 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
07 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
08 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ For Garnish (Optional)

09 - Fresh raspberries
10 - Whipped cream
11 - White chocolate shavings
12 - Mint leaves

# Instructions:

01 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine raspberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring until raspberries break down. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds. Let cool slightly.
02 - In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin powder over 2 tablespoons cold water and let sit for 5 minutes to bloom. Microwave for 10 seconds until liquid, then stir into the warm raspberry puree. Let cool to room temperature.
03 - In a large bowl, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form.
04 - Gently fold the cooled raspberry mixture into the whipped cream until fully combined and smooth.
05 - Spoon or pipe into serving glasses and refrigerate for 2-3 hours until set. Garnish with fresh raspberries, whipped cream, or white chocolate shavings before serving.

# Notes:

01 - No gelatin? Replace it with 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed into the raspberry puree before cooking.
02 - Want it sweeter? Add more powdered sugar to the whipped cream.
03 - Storage: Refrigerate for up to 3 days.