Orange Cheesecake Mousse
A delicate mousse made with a base of cream cheese, Italian meringue, and whipped heavy cream, infused with orange zest and orange liqueur.
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This elegant dessert offers a perfect harmony of rich, creamy textures and bright, zesty citrus notes. It is a refreshing and luxurious treat that is sure to impress at any gathering.
Ingredients
Egg whites
4 oz (125g)
Sugar (for syrup)
4 oz (125g)
Water (for syrup)
2.5 oz (70g)
Gelatin
0.33 oz (9g)
Orange peel (grated)
1.75 teaspoon (4g)
Orange liqueur
1.33 oz (40g)
Cream cheese
8 oz (250g)
Orange juice (strained)
2 oz (60g)
light cream
11 oz (350g)
Instructions
1
Step 1
Make the meringue: Whip the egg whites to soft peaks. Cook the sugar and water into a syrup, heating to 240°F (115°C). Gradually add the hot syrup to the egg whites, continuing to whip until cooled. Set aside.
2
Step 2
Soften the gelatin in cold water.
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Step 3
Heat the orange liqueur, add the gelatin and stir until dissolved.
4
Step 4
Using the paddle attachment in a mixer, mix the cream cheese with the orange zest and a little orange juice until smooth.
5
Step 5
Add the gelatin liquid and the remaining orange juice, stirring until smooth.
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Step 6
Whip the heavy cream to soft peaks. Fold the meringue and the whipped cream alternately into the cheese mixture until smooth.
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Step 7
Fill into the mold and refrigerate.
