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Enchanted Sakura Berry Mousse

Find this exquisite and delectable vegan sakura berry mousse recipe that will transport you to the heart of Japan's cherry blossom season.

🕒 Prep Time: 20 minutes - Cook Time: None - Total Time: 20 minutes + 4 hours setting
🍽 Servings: 6 servings
🔥 Difficulty: Intermediate
🌎 Cuisine: Japanese

Allergens

N/A (Vegan)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh sakura berries (raspberries, blueberries, and strawberries)
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups silken tofu
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon sakura flavor extract (optional)
  • A pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. Begin by puréeing the fresh sakura berries in a blender until smooth. In a separate bowl, whisk together coconut milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Add the silken tofu into this mixture, blending until creamy. Fold in the puréed berries along with the lemon juice and sakura flavor extract if using. Season with a pinch of sea salt. Distribute the mousse into serving glasses and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.

Chef’s Insight

Allow the mousse to sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving for easier consumption. The combination of flavors and textures creates a symphony in your mouth that'll leave you craving more.

Notes

The silken tofu provides a rich and creamy base for this vegan dessert, giving it an indulgent feel without any dairy products.

Cultural or Historical Background

Sakura, or cherry blossoms, are a symbol of the transient nature of life in Japanese culture. Their brief appearance each spring serves as a reminder to enjoy life's fleeting moments. This mousse is a tribute to that philosophy, combining seasonal berries with delicate sakura flavoring for a dessert as ethereal and short-lived as the blooms themselves.