Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine crushed chocolate sandwich cookies with melted unsalted butter. Press this mixture into the bottom of individual molds to create a solid base. Bake for 8-10 minutes until slightly crisp, then let cool completely.
- In a saucepan, combine blackberries, granulated sugar, water, and lemon juice over medium heat. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the berries break down. Strain through a fine sieve to achieve a smooth blackberry puree.
- Sprinkle unflavored gelatin over 2 tablespoons of cold water in a small bowl. Allow to sit undisturbed for about 5 minutes until it blooms. Heat the blackberry puree until just warm, then mix in the bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved.
- In a heatproof bowl over simmering water, combine white chocolate chips and some heavy cream. Stir until melted and smooth. Let it cool to room temperature.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled blackberry puree, melted white chocolate, and vanilla extract. Gently fold in whipped heavy cream until the mixture is smooth and airy.
- Pour the blackberry mousse over the cooled crusts, smoothing the tops. Refrigerate for at least 4-6 hours, preferably overnight, until set.
- Once set, carefully demold the cakes, place on plates, and garnish with blackberries and optional edible flowers. Serve chilled.
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Notes
For the best flavor, chill the mousse cakes overnight. Properly bloom the gelatin to prevent graininess and mix into warm puree immediately.
