Peppermint Mousse Recipe

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This dessert is refreshing and mildly minty. It is a wonderful way to end a holiday meal or a delicious dessert throughout the year.—Julie Moyer, Union Grove, Wisconsin

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Peppermint Mousse Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Yield: 4-6 Servings

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Ingredients

1 envelope unflavored gelatin
2 tablespoons cold water
1 cup milk
4 ounces chocolate-covered peppermint patties
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
Fresh mint and additional peppermint patties, optional

Directions

In a large saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over water; let stand for 1 minute. Add milk and peppermint patties; stir over low heat for 5 minutes or until candies and gelatin are dissolved. Add vanilla and salt.
Pour into a large bowl; place in freezer for 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently until mixture is cooled and thickened. Beat for 1 minute or until fluffy. Fold in whipped cream. Spoon into serving dishes. Garnish with mint and peppermint patties if desired. Yield: 4-6 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 each) equals 239 calories, 17 g fat (11 g saturated fat), 60 mg cholesterol, 141 mg sodium, 18 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, 4 g protein.

Originally published as Peppermint Mousse in Taste of Home December/January 1998, p9