Creamy Raspberry White Chocolate Mousse with Pistachio Crunch
This dazzling dessert combines tart raspberries with rich white chocolate in a cloud-like mousse. Topped with salted pistachios for contrast, it’s perfect for dinner parties or sweet cravings. No baking required!
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups fresh or frozen raspberries
- 7 oz high-quality white chocolate (chopped)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup shelled pistachios (crushed)
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Melt white chocolate in double boiler, then cool slightly.
- Puree raspberries in blender until smooth, straining seeds if desired.
- Whip cream with powdered sugar and vanilla to medium peaks.
- Fold melted chocolate into whipped cream until fully combined.
- Gently swirl in raspberry puree for marbled effect.
- Divide mixture among 4 serving glasses or jars.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes to set.
- Top with crushed pistachios and sea salt before serving.
Chef's Note
For extra drama, layer the raspberry puree at the bottom of glasses before adding mousse!
Make-Ahead Tips
Keeps refrigerated up to 2 days - add nuts just before serving.
Substitutions
Strawberries for raspberries, dark chocolate for white chocolate, almonds for pistachios
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Desserts