Description
Delicious Rote Bete Mousse Recipe: A Creamy Beet Delight
Ingredients
- Beets (Rote Bete)
- Heavy Cream
- Gelatin
- Honey or Maple Syrup
- Salt
- Pepper
- Nutmeg or Cinnamon (optional)
- Dill or Thyme (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Beets: If using fresh beets, wash, peel, and roast them in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 45-60 minutes, until tender. Let them cool before blending. If using canned beets, simply drain and rinse them.
- Puree the Beets: In a blender or food processor, combine the prepared beets, honey (or maple syrup), and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Soften the Gelatin: In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over 2 tablespoons of cold water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it blooms.
- Heat the Gelatin: Gently heat the bloomed gelatin over low heat or in the microwave until it dissolves completely. Be careful not to boil it.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, fold the beet puree into the dissolved gelatin mixture. Stir well to combine.
- Whip the Cream: In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the beet mixture, being careful not to deflate the airiness.
- Chill the Mousse: Pour the beet and cream mixture into individual serving cups or a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
- Serve: Once set, you can garnish the mousse with fresh herbs, a dollop of whipped cream, or a sprinkle of nuts for added texture. Enjoy your stunning ‘Rote Bete Mousse’!
Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
