Description
This Raspberry White Chocolate Mousse Parfait is an elegant and easy-to-make dessert that layers luscious white chocolate mousse with a vibrant raspberry sauce and fresh raspberries. Perfect for special occasions or a delightful treat, this parfait combines the creamy richness of white chocolate and cream cheese with the tartness of fresh raspberries, topped with chocolate shavings for an impressive presentation.
Ingredients
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Raspberry Sauce
- 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
White Chocolate Mousse
- 6 oz (170g) white chocolate, finely chopped
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, divided
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Garnish
- Fresh raspberries, for layering and garnish
- Chocolate shavings or curls, for garnish
Instructions
- Make the Raspberry Sauce: In a small saucepan, combine raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until the raspberries break down, about 5 minutes. Stir in the cornstarch mixture and continue cooking for another 2 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Prepare the White Chocolate Mousse: Melt the white chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water (double boiler). Stir until smooth, then let it cool to room temperature.
- Whip the Cream: In a separate bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream with vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Combine Cream Cheese Mixture: In another bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in the melted white chocolate gently, and then carefully fold in the whipped cream until fully combined and smooth.
- Assemble the Parfaits: In serving glasses, layer the white chocolate mousse, raspberry sauce, and fresh raspberries. Repeat layering until the glasses are filled, ending with a layer of mousse on top.
- Garnish: Top each parfait with fresh raspberries and chocolate shavings or curls for an elegant finish.
- Chill: Refrigerate the parfaits for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the mousse to set. Serve chilled and enjoy.
Notes
- Use fresh raspberries for the best flavor, but frozen can be used in a pinch—just thaw before cooking.
- Make sure the white chocolate is fully melted but not overheated to avoid seizing.
- If you prefer a slightly less sweet dessert, reduce the powdered sugar in the mousse.
- The parfaits can be assembled a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator for convenience.
- For a dairy-free version, consider using coconut cream and dairy-free cream cheese alternatives.
