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Lavender Lemonade Coconut Mousse

This recipe is a delightful Paleo-friendly dessert that combines the flavors of lavender and lemon with the creaminess of coconut to create a luxurious and indulgent mousse-like treat.

Time: (Prep: 10 min, Cook: 5 min, Total: 4 hrs 45 min)
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: French, Paleo

Allergens

N/A

Ingredients

  • 1 cup canned full
  • fat coconut milk, chilled
  • 2 tablespoons organic honey
  • 1 teaspoon dried culinary lavender
  • 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • A pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. a. In a small saucepan, gently heat honey and lavender over low heat until the honey is completely liquid. Remove from heat and let it steep for 5 minutes to infuse. b. Strain the honey lavender mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl, discarding the lavender leaves. Let it cool to room temperature. c. In a large bowl, combine coconut milk, cooled honey lavender mixture, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt. Whisk until well combined. d. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld and set.

Chef’s Insight

The secret to this mousse is letting it set long enough for the flavors to fully develop.

Notes

This recipe is ideal for a Paleo diet as it uses coconut milk and honey instead of dairy products.

Cultural or Historical Background

Lavender has been cultivated in the Mediterranean region since ancient times, and its culinary uses include teas, jams, and infused honey.