Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions for Cranberry Mousse Pie
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Combine graham crackers, white sugar, butter, and cinnamon, then press into 9-inch pie plate. Bake for 7-10 minutes until golden, then cool for 1 hour.
- In a saucepan, combine cranberries, granulated sugar, pomegranate juice, orange zest, a pinch of salt, and cinnamon stick. Boil, then simmer for 12-16 minutes until thickened. Strain and cool.
- In a saucepan, add cold water and sprinkle gelatin. Bloom for 10 minutes, then dissolve over low heat.
- Whip chilled heavy cream on high until firm peaks form, about 3-5 minutes.
- Combine gelatin with cooled cranberry compote, then fold in whipped cream gently.
- Pour mousse mixture into the cooled crust and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Before serving, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form, top pie with whipped cream and garnish.
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Notes
This pie can be made a day in advance for stress-free holiday gatherings.
