Coconut Mousse

Ingredients

• ¼ cup cold water
• 1 ½ tablespoons powdered gelatin
• ¾ cup canned full-fat coconut milk
• ¾ cup cream of coconut
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

Steps

1. 1

   Pour the ¼ cup cold water into a small bowl. Sprinkle the 1 ½ tablespoons powdered gelatin into the cold water and let it sit for about 5 minutes

2. 2

   In a small saucepan heat the ¾ cup canned full-fat coconut milk, ¾ cup cream of coconut, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Heat until just warm, not bubbling.

3. 3

   Add the gelatin mixture to the warmed coconut milk and stir until all the gelatin is dissolved. Set aside and allow to cool to room temperature.

4. 4

   In a medium-size mixing bowl add the 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream and 2 tablespoons granulated sugar. Whisk over medium speed until soft peaks form.

5. 5

   Carefully fold the cooled coconut mixture into the whipped cream until combined.

6. 6

   Pour the mixture into small containers or jars. Seal and place in refrigerator. Allow to cool and set for at least 4 hours.

7. 7

   Top with additional whipped cream and any other toppings desired. Pictured is chocolate, strawberries, and sugared lime zest (lime zest coated in white sugar).