Description
A light and creamy vanilla mousse layered with tender caramelized pears, served in elegant cups for a sophisticated dessert.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 2 ripe pears, peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream, chilled
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- Graham cracker crumbs for garnish
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and add diced pears. Cook for 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in brown sugar and vanilla extract, cooking for another 3-5 minutes until pears are caramelized. Remove from heat and let cool.
- In a large bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla bean paste until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold in Greek yogurt until smooth and well combined.
- Layer caramelized pears at the bottom of serving cups, top with vanilla mousse, and chill for at least 1 hour.
- Garnish with graham cracker crumbs and fresh mint before serving.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.