Coconut Coffee Mousse

Ingredients and Weight:

• Freshly ground coffee: 3 cups
• Full-fat coconut milk: 2 cans (about 400 ml each)
• Sugar: 1 cup
• Egg whites: 6 large
• Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
• Cocoa powder or cocoa nibs: 3 tablespoons (for decoration)

Preparation Time:

• Total preparation and cooking time: about 2 hours (including 30 minutes of chilling time)

Cooking Time:

• Cooking time: 45 minutes

Difficulty Level:

[Level 3] - Moderate. Requires basic cooking skills and attention to detail.

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Prepare coffee by grinding fresh coffee beans and boiling with water. Let it cool.
2. In a large bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar while beating.
3. Mix the coconut milk with the coffee and vanilla extract. Heat the mixture gently until warm.
4. Gradually pour the coffee-coconut mixture into the beaten egg whites, mixing gently but thoroughly.
5. Pour the mousse into a baking dish or individual serving dishes. Sprinkle with cocoa powder or cocoa nibs for decoration.
6. Place in the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information: (Please note that the exact nutritional information may vary depending on the specific ingredients used.)

• Calories: Approximately 450 calories per serving (assuming about 8 servings total)
• Fat: 28g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Protein: 8g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and creamy texture from the combination of coconut milk and coffee.
• Sweet and slightly bitter taste, appealing to American palates.
• Light and airy due to the beaten egg whites.
• Decadent dessert that is both sweet and rich, perfect for special occasions or a luxurious treat.

User Comments:

1. "This mousse was amazing! The combination of coffee and coconut was unexpected but really worked." - John Doe, New York
2. "I love how light and airy this mousse is, yet still so rich and creamy." - Jane Smith, San Francisco
3. "A great dessert for a special occasion. I will definitely make this again." - Michael Johnson, Los Angeles

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use full-fat coconut milk for best results in terms of texture and flavor.
• Make sure to beat the egg whites to soft peaks for a smooth and creamy mousse.
• When mixing the coffee-coconut mixture with the beaten egg whites, be gentle to avoid deflating the egg whites too much.
• This mousse is best served chilled, so make sure to refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes before serving.