Dried fruit has never tasted better than in this lovely light and fruity apricot mousse recipe. It is definitely designed to impress! Serves 6
Ingredients
250g dried unsulphured apricots, soaked
300g low-fat yoghurt
Drop of vanilla extract
2 egg whites, whipped
1-2tbsp maple syrup (optional)
Toppings (pick and choose):
Handful pistachios, crushed
1 digestive/gluten-free biscuit, crushed
Dark/milk chocolate, grated
Method
Place the apricots in a medium sized bowl and pour enough to just cover. Leave overnight to soak.
When apricots are soft, discard any water left except a drizzle at the bottom of the bowl.
Using a blender, whizz the fruit to a smooth pulp. Add both the vanilla and maple syrup. Combine well.
Whisk the egg whites until stiff. Fold in the apricot mixture and spoon into glasses/ramekins.
Place in the fridge a least 2 hours before serving. When ready to serve, sprinkle your toppings of your choice.
Any leftovers will keep in the fridge for two days.
