Mint Souffle
Description
This mint mousse can be used to make a delicious cake or pastries, desserts in cups, or simply served with sweet baked goods for afternoon tea. The dessert is very easy and simple to prepare, as long as you have heavy cream and fresh mint on hand.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the listed ingredients. Add salt to taste; it enhances the sweetness of the dish and the mint flavor.
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Step 2
Into a tall glass for an immersion blender, add granulated sugar, salt, and pour in hot water. Rinse the mint and pluck the leaves from the stems into the container. Blend everything with an immersion blender for 3-4 minutes.
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Step 3
Strain everything through a sieve so that the minced leaves don't get into the soufflé.
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Step 4
Warm the mint syrup in the microwave for 1–2 minutes and add the gelatin. Stir, then let it sit to bloom for 5–10 minutes. Stir again and cool slightly.
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Step 5
Whip the cream in the bowl of a food processor or mixer for about 2-3 minutes, but no longer, to avoid over-whipping.
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Step 6
Add the mint syrup with gelatin to the bowl and blend everything again.
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Step 7
Place the cream in a bowl or ramekin and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
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Step 8
Once the soufflé has set, it will become light and porous. Garnish it with mint and serve chilled.