Heavenly Hula Honey-Lime Mousse Cakes
Find the perfect Hawaiian dessert recipe for your next gathering with our Heavenly Hula Honey-Lime Mousse Cakes. This gluten-free dessert combines sweet honey and tangy lime flavors with a coconut crust for an unforgettable taste experience.
Allergens
Dairy, Eggs, Tree Nuts (Almond)
Ingredients
- For Coconut Crust: 1. 1 cup almond flour 2. 1/2 cup shredded coconut 3. 4 tablespoons melted butter 4. 1/4 teaspoon salt For Honey
- Lime Mousse Filling: 1. 1 cup heavy cream 2. 8 ounces cream cheese, softened 3. 1/2 cup honey 4. Zest and juice of 2 limes 5. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 6. 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Prepare the coconut crust by combining almond flour, shredded coconut, melted butter, and salt in a bowl, then pressing into the bottom of six greased mason jars or small ramekins.
- For the honey lime mousse filling, beat together heavy cream, softened cream cheese, honey, lime zest, lime juice, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and fluffy.
- Spoon the mousse mixture over the coconut crust in each jar or ramekin, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
- To serve, garnish with lime zest and a sprig of fresh mint.
Chef’s Insight
To enhance the Hawaiian theme, consider infusing the cream with coconut rum for an adult beverage twist.
Notes
Be sure to let the mousse filling set completely before attempting to remove the mousse cakes from their jars or ramekins.