No-Bake Raspberry Mousse Cake
This no-bake raspberry mousse cake is a light, airy dessert with a crisp cookie crust, creamy mousse filling, and vibrant raspberry flavor—perfect for warm-weather gatherings or elegant occasions.
- Author: Mariem
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 35 minutes (including chill time)
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: European
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs or digestive biscuits, crushed
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp unflavored gelatin
- 2 tbsp cold water
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Extra raspberries and mint leaves for garnish (optional)
- Combine crushed graham crackers and melted butter. Press into the base of a springform pan. Chill in refrigerator for 20 minutes.
- In a saucepan, combine raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Simmer over medium heat until raspberries break down, about 5–7 minutes.
- Strain the raspberry mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds. Let cool slightly.
- In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cold water and let bloom for 5 minutes. Microwave for 10–15 seconds to dissolve, then stir into the warm raspberry puree.
- Whip the heavy cream and vanilla until soft peaks form. Gently fold in the raspberry mixture until smooth and well combined.
- Pour mousse over the chilled crust and smooth the top. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight until set.
- Before serving, garnish with fresh raspberries and mint leaves if desired. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
- Use gluten-free cookies for a gluten-free crust.
- Frozen raspberries work well; thaw and drain excess water first.
- To unmold cleanly, run a warm knife around the edge of the pan before releasing the springform.
- Add a layer of raspberry jelly or coulis on top for extra flavor and shine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: raspberry mousse cake, no-bake dessert, berry mousse, summer cake, easy mousse cake