Banana Mousse
Garnish each serving with 1 or 2 extra banana slices and sprinkle with nutmeg if desired.
Vegetarian, Gluten-free
INGREDIENTS | SERVES 6–8
- 3 large bananas, mashed
- 2 cups whipping cream
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon (or to taste) ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon rum, optional
Purée the bananas in a blender.
Whip the cream at medium-high speed until it forms high peaks. Add the powdered sugar and whip briefly until it forms soft peaks (the mixture should be light and fluffy).
Fold the whipped cream into the mashed banana. Carefully stir in the lemon juice, nutmeg, and rum, if using.
Spoon into parfait glasses.
PER SERVING Calories: 292 | Fat: 22 g | Protein: 2 g | Sodium: 23 mg | Carbohydrates: 24 g | Fiber: 2.6 g
Mousse Is a Must
Mousse is a form of creamy dessert typically made from egg and cream, usually in combination with other flavors such as chocolate or fruit. This recipe, which uses whipped cream, is a bit of a shortcut but no less delicious.
