Amarula Koeksister Mousse Cups
Indulge in these decadent mousse cups inspired by South African koeksisters, infused with the creamy, nutty flavors of Amarula liqueur for a boozy twist on a classic dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: South African Inspired
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Amarula Cream Liqueur
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon gelatin powder (dissolved in 2 tablespoons hot water)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 8 prepared koeksisters (or cinnamon sugar doughnuts), chopped into small pieces
- Chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the gelatin: dissolve the gelatin powder in 2 tablespoons of hot water and set aside to cool slightly.
- Whip the heavy cream: in a large bowl, whip the heavy cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
- Mix the mousse: gently fold in the Amarula Cream Liqueur, powdered sugar, and cooled gelatin mixture into the whipped cream until well combined.
- Assemble the cups: layer the chopped koeksisters at the bottom of each serving cup, then spoon the Amarula mousse on top.
- Chill and garnish: refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set, then garnish with chocolate shavings before serving.
Notes
For a non-alcoholic version, substitute Amarula with a cream liqueur alternative. Serve chilled and enjoy responsibly.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450 kcal per serving
- Sugar: 30g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Protein: 5g
Find it online: https://www.delicetreats.com/amarula-koeksister-mousse-cups/