Retro 80s Coffee Mousse Dessert

Ingredients

• 1.25 oz instant coffee (for the coffee foam)
• 4.25 oz sugar (for the coffee foam)
• 4.75 fl oz cold water
• 2 cup heavy cream (chilled)
• 7 oz condensed milk (sweetened)
• 0.5 cup milk (for soaking)
• 1 tsp instant coffee (for soaking liquid)
• 1 tsp sugar (for soaking liquid)
• 12 ladyfingers (approximate count for 6 servings)
• cocoa powder (to taste for dusting)

Steps

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine 1 1/4 ounces of instant coffee, 4 1/4 ounces of sugar, and 4 3/4 fluid ounces of cold water.

2. 2

   Mix the coffee, sugar, and water until the solids are fully dissolved.

3. 3

   Beat the mixture with an electric mixer until it becomes light, foamy, and takes on a thick, creamy texture.

4. 4

   In a separate bowl, beat 2 cups of heavy cream until stiff peaks form and it holds its shape.

5. 5

   Add 7 ounces of condensed milk to the whipped cream and mix until smooth.

6. 6

   Gently fold the coffee foam into the whipped cream mixture until combined.

7. 7

   In a small bowl, prepare the soaking liquid by mixing 1/2 cup of milk, 1 teaspoon of instant coffee, and 1 teaspoon of sugar.

8. 8

   Dip a ladyfinger into the coffee-milk mixture and place it into the bottom of a dessert cup, breaking it into pieces if necessary to fit.

9. 9

   Transfer the mousse to a piping bag and pipe a generous layer on top of the ladyfinger.

10. 10

    Finish the dessert by dusting the top with cocoa powder to taste.

Notes

This recipe uses a technique similar to Dalgona coffee to create the foam. Ensure the heavy cream is very cold before whipping for the best stability.

Nutrition per serving

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