Apricot mousse

Apricot mousse is a refined and elegant dessert, perfect for impressing guests or adding a touch of sweetness to summer evenings. This simple apricot mousse recipe is quick to prepare and is a delicious way to enjoy the intense flavor of apricots, seasonal fruits. Let's begin our culinary journey!

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 5 minutes
Total time: 25 minutes
Number of servings: 4

Ingredients:
- 500 g ripe apricots
- 200 ml milk
- 100 g sugar
- 4 egg yolks
- 20 g cornstarch
- 200 ml whipped cream
- A splash of vanilla essence (optional)
- Mint leaves for decoration (optional)

Step 1: Preparing the apricots
Start by washing the apricots under a stream of cold water. Cut them in half and remove the pits. Place the apricot pulp in a saucepan, add the milk, and heat over medium heat. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. It will take a little time for the apricots to soften and release their juices, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 2: Egg yolk cream
Meanwhile, in a bowl, add the sugar and egg yolks. Use an electric mixer to beat them until they become a light and fluffy cream, pale in color. This process will take about 3-4 minutes. Add the cornstarch and gently mix to incorporate.

Step 3: The perfect combination
Once the apricot pulp has softened, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool slightly. Use a hand blender or food processor to turn the apricot and milk mixture into a smooth puree. Incorporate the apricot puree into the egg yolk cream, mixing with a spatula to achieve a homogeneous composition.

Step 4: Whipping the cream
In another bowl, whip the cream until it becomes firm, being careful not to turn it into butter. Gradually add the whipped cream into the apricot mixture, gently folding from the bottom up to keep the mousse airy.

Step 5: Chilling the mousse
Divide the mixture into individual cups or bowls and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, but ideally leave them overnight. This chilling time allows the flavors to develop and the mousse to achieve a perfect texture.

Step 6: Serving
For an extra touch of elegance, you can decorate each serving with fresh mint leaves and a few slices of fresh apricot before serving. This note of freshness will highlight the delicate flavor of the dessert.

Suggestions and variations:
You can experiment with other fruits, such as peaches or mangoes, to create a mousse with different flavors. Also, adding a tablespoon of apricot liqueur to the mousse mixture will add a sophisticated note and enrich the taste. If you want a less sweet dessert, adjust the amount of sugar according to your preferences.

Apricot mousse is a quick and simple dessert that combines light texture with the intense flavor of fresh apricots. Try this recipe and bring a touch of spring to every spoonful!

 Ingredients: 100 g apricots (I used from canned), 100 g milk, 65 g sugar, 2.5 egg yolks (50 g) - (you will need 1.5 more yolks for another cream, so see how you divide one in half), 16 g starch, 100 g butter, 5 g gelatin, 55 g liquid cream.