Description
A raspberry white chocolate mousse jar is a sophisticated individual dessert that features alternating layers of velvet white chocolate mousse and thick raspberry reduction served inside small glass containers or mason jars. Unlike traditional chocolate mousse that often relies on raw egg whites or gelatine for its structural integrity, this modern version relies on a rich ganache base lightened gently with whipped heavy cream.
Ingredients
Scale
For the raspberry layer
- 2 cups (250 g) fresh or frozen raspberries
- ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
For the white chocolate mousse
- 6 oz (170 g) white chocolate, finely chopped
- ¼ cup (60 ml) whole milk
- 1½ cups (360 ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For garnish
- Fresh raspberries
- White chocolate curls
- Fresh mint, optional
Instructions
- Make the raspberry sauce: Add raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice to a saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the berries break down.
- Thicken: Mix cornstarch with water until smooth. Stir into the raspberry mixture and cook for another 1–2 minutes, until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
- Melt the white chocolate: Heat the milk until hot but not boiling. Pour it over the chopped white chocolate and let sit for 1 minute. Stir until completely smooth. Let cool to room temperature.
- Whip the cream: Beat the cold heavy cream with vanilla and a pinch of salt until soft peaks form.
- Make the mousse: Gently fold about one-third of the whipped cream into the cooled white chocolate mixture. Fold in the remaining whipped cream until smooth and fluffy.
- Layer the jars: Spoon a layer of raspberry sauce into small serving jars. Add a layer of white chocolate mousse, then repeat the layers.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 2–3 hours, or until the mousse is set.
- Garnish: Top with fresh raspberries, white chocolate curls, and a small mint leaf if desired.
Notes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: ~420 kcal
Keywords: White chocolate raspberry mousse jars, Layered raspberry mousse dessert