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This creamy, airy treat is as versatile as it is delicious, making it the ideal way to celebrate the last Saturday in November.
Whether you're a chocoholic, a fan of fruity flavours, or just someone who enjoys a sophisticated dessert, there’s a mousse for every taste.
Here’s how to make the most of National Mousse Day on 30th November:
1. Host a Mousse Tasting Party
Celebrate the day by organising a mousse tasting event with friends or family. Prepare a variety of mousse flavours such as rich chocolate, tangy lemon, decadent caramel, or fresh berry mousse. Serve them in elegant glassware to highlight their silky texture. You could even have everyone vote on their favourite and crown the ultimate mousse flavour!
For those looking to spice things up, why not experiment with savoury mousses? Avocado, smoked salmon, or even goat’s cheese mousse can be served as appetisers. The contrast between savoury and sweet mousses makes for an intriguing tasting experience.
2. Make Your Own Mousse
There’s nothing quite like whipping up your own mousse from scratch. If you’ve never tried it before, National Mousse Day is the perfect time to get creative in the kitchen. While chocolate mousse is a classic choice (and relatively easy to make), there are endless possibilities to explore.
For beginners, a simple chocolate mousse made with whipped cream and melted chocolate is a good place to start. More experienced cooks might want to attempt a layered mousse with multiple flavours or incorporate fancy elements like a fruit coulis or biscuit crumble for added texture.
3. Incorporate Mousse into Your Meals
Mousse doesn’t have to be limited to dessert! Consider incorporating it into your entire meal. Start with a light, savoury mousse as a canapé or starter—such as smoked mackerel mousse on crackers or a tomato and basil mousse to complement a fresh salad.
For the main course, follow up with a rich mousse dessert. A citrus mousse pairs perfectly with a light fish or chicken dish, while a rich chocolate mousse works well after a hearty meal. The airy consistency of mousse means it’s satisfying without being overly heavy, making it a great way to finish a meal.
4. Get Creative with Presentation
Presentation is key when it comes to mousse. Its smooth, velvety texture deserves to be shown off! Consider serving it in unique containers like shot glasses for individual portions or using piping bags to create delicate swirls on the plate. Garnish with fresh fruit, mint leaves, or chocolate shavings to add a touch of elegance.
For a more festive feel, why not create mousse parfaits? Layer mousse with fruits, biscuits, or even nuts in tall glasses to create a visually stunning dessert that’s as delicious as it is beautiful.
5. Share the Love
Whether you're whipping up mousse for friends, family, or just for yourself, National Mousse Day is all about sharing the love for this classic dessert. Why not prepare a batch of mousse and deliver it to a neighbour or bring it to a gathering? You could also use social media to showcase your creations and inspire others to join in the fun.
Don't forget to use the hashtag #NationalMousseDay and tag your friends so they can see (and taste) your mousse magic!
6. Try a New Twist on Mousse
While traditional mousse recipes are beloved, this day is the perfect opportunity to try something new. Experiment with different ingredients like coconut cream for a dairy-free version, or create a vegan mousse with aquafaba (the liquid from a can of chickpeas). Flavour it with exotic spices like cardamom or chilli for a kick, or add an alcoholic twist with Baileys or rum.
For those wanting to go above and beyond, you could even attempt a frozen mousse, which offers a refreshing twist and makes for a perfect palate cleanser between courses.
National Mousse Day is the perfect excuse to enjoy this light, creamy dessert in all its forms. Whether you’re making it from scratch, hosting a mousse-themed party, or just treating yourself to a mousse-filled moment, this is one celebration that will leave you feeling utterly satisfied.
So, mark your calendars for Saturday, 30th November, and indulge in a day of mousse-filled joy!
And our friends at Bonne Maman have asked us to share this very special mousse recipe with our readers:
A spokeswoman told us: "On the 30th November get your spoons ready to really enjoy National Mousse Day.
Originating from France in the 18th century, these delicious treats have found their way into the hearts and kitchens of dessert lovers worldwide.
Bonne Maman, offers a wide range of fruit and chocolate mousse desserts all simply made with care as you would at home. As well as offering their tasty treats at supermarkets nationally the specialist French brand has now published simple, easy to follow mousse recipes online, so you can also make your own family sized mousse at home."
Strawberry Mousse (serves 4)
Ingredients:
100g ripe strawberries, chopped
1 x 11.5 g sachet strawberry jelly powder
300ml double cream
1 large egg white
1tsp white caster sugar
Method:
Purée the strawberries in a small blender.
Put the strawberry jelly powder in a medium bowl and add 300ml boiling water. Stir in strawberry purée and leave to cool.
Pour the cream into the cooled purée mixture and chill for 10-15 minutes until just beginning to set
Whisk the egg white to soft peaks, add the sugar and whisk until stiff. Fold into the strawberry mixture and divide between four individual serving dishes.
Chill for 1 hour until set.
The Bonne Maman chilled range includes Chocolate, Strawberry, Clementine & Lemon, Rhubarb and Blackcurrant plus layered Pear & Chocolate and Apple & Caramel Mousse. All widely available at supermarkets nationally in packs of 2 x 70g pots from £2.20 rrp.
This has got the husband and wife team who run That's Food and Drink and That's Christmas thinking. Why not whip up some special Christmas-themed mousses for your Christmas dining pleasure?
We are thinking of spiced ginger bread mousses, mulled wine flavour mousses and the like. Come on, readers of these blogs! Get moussing! What exotic creations can you come up with? As we have pointed out above, they don't have to be dessert mousses. For your Christmas dinner feast you could have salmon mousse as a starter and a ginger bread mousse before your traditional Christmas pudding. Or what about replacing the Christmas pudding with a unique one-of-a-kind Christmas pudding mouuse?