Cinnamon Apple Mouse Recipe
This apple mousse is the perfect dessert when you need something rich but light and indulgent. The fall flavors of apple and cinnamon with the creamy textures of the mousse can be a comfort food perfect for any dessert table with family or friends this time of the year.
Cinnamon Apple Mouse Recipe by Veena Azmanov
What a busy week with blogging and cooking this has been for me? I had a few posts this week and I hope you are enjoying them. Just love those gingerbread sugar cookies I posted this week with the tutorial on how to decorate them too!
I made a few new recipes this week and I cannot wait to share them with you. This is one of them and It was such a hit that I had to share it asap so it does not get buried in one of my pending upcoming post series.
Have I told you that Ziv is a mousse monster? Yup! He loves mousse and judging by the number of mousse recipes I have on this blog - that's not surprising is it? He's absolute favorite till date has got to be the Chestnut Mousse, the Blackberry Mousse and now he added this one to his favorite collection.
Cinnamon Apple Mouse Recipe by Veena Azmanov
Let's talk ingredients and Substitutes - (Save/Pin)
- Apples - Honestly you can use any apples. The granny smith have a tart taste so they help cut the sugar a bit. Most of the others are sweet and work well to enhance the flavor of the cinnamon.
- Sugar - I have used only 1/2 cup sugar which sounds less but if the apples are sweet then this amount is just right. However, before you spoon the final mixture into the dessert cups, do a taste test - if you think it's necessary, you can use a tablespoon of powder sugar and mix it in. Personally, I've never had to add more sugar.
- Cornstarch - also called cornflour in some places. A must-have ingredient! This is the thickening agent so cannot be omitted. If you can't find cornstarch or cornflour the only other substitute would be arrowroot. The same amount and used exactly the same way as cornflour.
- Gelatin - I know gelatin is not vegetarian. You can use agar-agar for a vegetarian option. Just dissolve the agar-agar in 4 tbsp water for few minutes then heat it until dissolved and combined with the apple mixture.
- Cinnamon - Apple and cinnamon is always a perfect combination. But if you don't like cinnamon - go ahead and substitute with your favorite such as gingerbread spice or pumpkin spice.
Cinnamon Apple Mouse Recipe by Veena Azmanov
Sugar free/ Gluten free / Vegetarian.
- Sugar free - If you need to make this sugar free which I have often made it before. Just add 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup. My Rhea loves Maple Apple Mousse. Yup!! Taste absolutely delicious.
- Gluten-free - Since we only using cornflour this is already a gluten free option.
- Vegetarian - If you substitute the gelatin with agar-agar as I have mentioned above - you can make this a vegetarian apple mousse as well.
Cinnamon Apple Mouse Recipe by Veena Azmanov
Recipe - Cinnamon Apple Mousse Recipe (Save/Pin)
Ingredients
- Milk - 500 ml (2 cups)
- Sugar - 100 grams (1/2 cup)
- Salt - 1/4 tsp
- Cinnamon - 1 tsp
- Vanilla - 2 tsp
- Cornstarch - 2 tbsp
- Apples grated - 2 cups
- Whipping cream - 250 ml (1 cup)
- Gelatin - 1 tbsp (see notes for agar-agar)
Method
Prepare
- Mix the cornstarch with 1/4 cup milk and set aside
- Add four tablespoons of water to the gelatin set aside.
Cinnamon Apple Mousse
Make apple pastry cream base
- Place the remaining milk and sugar in a sauce pan over medium heat
- Let it come to an almost boil then
- Add grated apples, cinnamon powder, and 1 tsp vanilla
- Cook for 7 to 10 minutes stirring on medium until the apples release their juices and some are evaporated again.
- Lastly, add the cornstarch mixture.
- Cook stirring continuously until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a wooden spoon.
Cinnamon Apple Mousse Recipe
Add lightness
- Remove from heat and add the soaked gelatin.
- Stir so the heat will dissolve the gelatin.
- Cover and let come to room temperature. (do not chill)
- Whip cream with 1 tsp vanilla to soft speak then gently fold into the cooled apple mixture.
Apple Cinnamon Mousse aka Cinnamon Apple Mousse
Chill and serve
- Divide the mousse into 8 to 10 dessert cups
- Sprinkle some cinnamon powder on top or garnish with cinnamon stick.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 3 hours or overnight.
- Enjoy!
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Cinnamon Apple Mouse Recipe by Veena Azmanov
Description
Ingredients
- 500 ml (2.00 cups) Milk
- 100 grams (0.5 cups) Sugar
- 1/4 tsp (0.25 tsp) Salt
- 1 tsp Cinnamon
- 2 tsp Vanilla
- 2 tbsp Cornstarch
- 2 cups Apples grated
- 250 ml (1.00 cups) Whipping cream
- 1 tbsp Gelatin see notes for agar agar
Instructions
Prepare
- Mix the cornstarch with 1/4 cup milk and set aside
- Add four tablespoons of water to the gelatin set aside.
Make apple pastry cream base
- Place the remaining milk and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat
- Let it come to an almost boil then
- Add grated apples, cinnamon powder, vanilla
- Cook for 7 to 10 minutes stirring on medium until the apples release their juices and are evaporated again.
- Lastly, add the cornstarch mixture.
- Cook stirring continuously until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a wooden spoon.
Add lightness
- Remove from heat and add the soaked gelatin.
- Stir so the heat will dissolve the gelatin.
- Cover and let come to room temperature. (do not chill)
- Whip cream with 1 tsp vanilla to soft speak then gently fold into the cooled apple mixture.
Chill and serve
- Divide the mousse into 8 to 10 dessert cups
- Sprinkle some cinnamon powder on top or garnish with cinnamon stick.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 3 hours or over night.
- Enjoy!
Equipment
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Agness of Run Agness Run
This mousse is an extremely easy and awesome recipe, Veena! Can't wait to give it a try. What kind of milk do you usually use?
Veena Azmanov
Thanks Agnes. I hope you enjoy it. I use regular full fat milk. Thanks
Chelsea
I'm still learning from you, but I'm trying to reach my goals. I certainly enjoy reading all that is posted on your site.Keep the stories coming. I loved it!
Veena Azmanov
Thank you Chelsea - Happy to hear that
Luci's Morsels
This looks absolutely delicious and perfect for any fall party spread!
Veena Azmanov
Absolutely Luci. Thanks
Patty @ Spoonabilities
Mmmm I can almost taste how delicious this is! I love the dessert in a glass idea too!
Veena Azmanov
Thank you Patty. Yeah I love mousse in cups or glasses like these.
Mary // Chattavore
This sounds like a wonderful dessert. I think we would love it!
Veena Azmanov
Thank you Mary
Amy | The Cook Report
This sounds so lovely for autumn! I've never tried an apple mousse before
Veena Azmanov
Thanks Amy. Yes its' very autumn - you will love it.
rika
I love cinnamon apple flavor! This is a great holiday recipe! Very easy to make too!
Veena Azmanov
Me too Rika. Definitely a great holiday recipe Thanks
Brandi
This is a wonderful combination! It looks so fabulous! I need to try this soon.
Veena Azmanov
Thanks Brandi. I do hope you try it. It's delish !
Karen @ Seasonal Cravings
I would have never thought to make an apple flavored mousse but it sounds like a lovely idea! It a different dessert and can easily be fancied up for guests!
Veena Azmanov
Thank you Karen. Yeah it's definitely perfect for this weather and you can make it ahead so nothing to worry last minute
Monica | Nourish & Fete
I rarely think to make mousse for a dessert, but this particular combo just sounds mouth-watering! How perfect for fall!
Veena Azmanov
Thank you Monica. Definitely perfect for fall weather!
Jenn
I love everything about this. The more cinnamon, the better if you ask me. Yum!
Veena Azmanov
I know what you mean. I love the combination of apple and cinnamon too!
Debs
I've never tried apple mousse, but it sounds so fresh and light. Perfect after a big cosy dinner.
Veena Azmanov
Absolutely Debs. It's light and refreshing - you will love it