Description
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Lebanese Date Blossom Mousse, a creamy dessert that beautifully marries the sweetness of Medjool dates with the delicate aroma of orange blossom essence. This mousse is perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to festive celebrations, impressing guests with its rich texture and stunning presentation. With minimal preparation and versatile ingredients, you can easily customize it to suit your dietary needs. Each spoonful delivers a delightful experience that is both satisfying and gluten-free.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces Medjool dates (chopped)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (or coconut cream)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt)
- 1/4 cup pure honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 teaspoon orange blossom essence
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
Instructions
- Chop the Medjool dates into small pieces for easy blending.
- In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip.
- In a separate bowl, combine Greek yogurt, honey (or maple syrup), orange blossom essence, vanilla extract, sea salt, and orange zest until smooth.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the yogurt mixture with a rubber spatula. Add chopped dates and fold again until evenly mixed.
- Spoon the mixture into serving cups or bowls and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
- Serve chilled, garnished with chopped pistachios or your choice of nuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Lebanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg