Best 2 Eggnog Mousse Recipes

Eggnog mousse is a light and fluffy dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with eggnog, cream, sugar, and eggs, and can be flavored with a variety of spices, such as nutmeg, cinnamon, and ginger. Eggnog mousse can be served plain or topped with whipped cream, fruit, or nuts. It is a delicious and festive treat that is sure to please everyone.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

EGGNOG MOUSSE

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Guests will always find room for this light, fluffy, mouthwatering mousse. It makes an elegant, refreshing finish for heavier meals-and it's also a great way to use up any extra eggnog in the fridge. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
2 cups reduced-fat eggnog
2 tablespoons sugar
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup reduced-fat whipped topping, divided
Additional ground nutmeg, optional

Steps:

In a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over eggnog; let stand for 1 minute. Heat over low heat, stirring until gelatin is completely dissolved. Stir in the sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg until sugar is dissolved. Transfer to a small bowl; stir in vanilla. Refrigerate until mixture begins to thicken., Beat mixture until light and fluffy. Beat in 3/4 cup whipped topping. Divide among 4 dessert dishes. Refrigerate until firm. Garnish with remaining whipped topping; sprinkle with additional nutmeg if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 97mg cholesterol, Sodium 80mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EGGNOG MOUSSE

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Instead of ladling up mugs of traditionally rich yuletide eggnog, try surprising your guests with this frothy mousse and a variety of toppings, such as coffee caramel, chopped toasted hazelnuts, crushed peppermint, and more, from which guests can choose their favorite.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes

Yield Serves 8 to 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3 tablespoons dark rum
3 tablespoons brandy
1 envelope unflavored (1 scant tablespoon) gelatin
3 large eggs, separated
1 cup sugar
2 cups heavy cream
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Coffee Caramel, for serving

Steps:

Prepare an ice bath; set aside. Combine spirits in a small bowl. Sprinkle with gelatin; let soften, about 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, combine egg yolks and 1/2 cup sugar in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water; whisk until mixture is pale and fluffy, 2 minutes. Remove from heat; whisk in gelatin mixture.
Set bowl over pan again; cook, whisking, until the gelatin has dissolved, about 3 minutes. Transfer bowl to the ice bath; scrape down sides of bowl, and whisk until cooled slightly, 1 to 2 minutes.
In the bowl of an electric mixer, combine the remaining 1/2 cup sugar with cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and vanilla. Whisk until stiff peaks form. Fold one-third of whipped cream into gelatin mixture, then gently fold gelatin mixture into remaining whipped cream. Refrigerate (no more than 5 minutes) while preparing the egg whites.
In a clean bowl of the electric mixer, whisk egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold into cream mixture. Transfer to a serving dish; cover. Chill until firm, at least 30 minutes or overnight. Serve chilled, garnished with coffee caramel and other recommended toppings.

Tips:

For a richer mousse, use heavy cream instead of milk.
For a lighter mousse, use skim milk or almond milk instead of whole milk.
To make the mousse ahead of time, prepare it up to 2 days in advance and store it in the refrigerator. When you're ready to serve, let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving.
To make the mousse in a stand mixer, beat the egg yolks and sugar together on high speed until thick and pale yellow. Gradually add the eggnog and continue beating until well combined. In a separate bowl, whip the cream until stiff peaks form. Fold the whipped cream into the eggnog mixture until well combined.
To make the mousse in a blender, combine all of the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
Serve the mousse immediately or chill it for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Garnish the mousse with grated nutmeg, cinnamon, or a dollop of whipped cream.

Conclusion:

Eggnog mousse is a delicious and festive holiday dessert that is easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a light and fluffy mousse that is perfect for any special occasion. Whether you make it ahead of time or serve it immediately, eggnog mousse is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.