Passion Fruit Mousse

Steps

1. 1
   Step 1:

   Add the gelatin and ¼ cup room-temperature water to a small bowl.

2. 2
   Step 2:

   Let stand until the gelatin softens, about 5 minutes.

   5 min
3. 3
   Step 3:

   In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, stir together the passion fruit pulp, sugar, and gelatin mixture.

4. 4
   Step 4:

   Cook, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly combined and smooth; do not let the mixture come to a boil.

5. 5
   Step 5:

   Remove from the heat and cool completely.

6. 6
   Step 6:

   Stir in the condensed milk.

7. 7
   Step 7:

   Meanwhile, in a clean mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form; the peaks should not droop and the whites should not move when the bowl is tilted.

8. 8
   Step 8:

   Stir one-third of the egg whites into the cooled passion fruit mixture until combined.

9. 9
   Step 9:

   Using a spatula, gently fold in the remaining egg whites until combined.

10. 10
    Step 10:

    Divide the mousse evenly among clear glass serving cups and cover.

11. 11
    Step 11:

    Refrigerate until well chilled, at least 2 hours.

    2 h
12. 12
    Step 12:

    Serve chilled and garnish with mint, if desired.