Creamy Blackberry Treat (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Blackberry Blend

01 - 1 tbsp of lemon juice
02 - 2 cups (300g) ripe blackberries (set aside a few extra to decorate)
03 - 1/4 cup (50g) white sugar

→ Cream Topping

04 - 1 tsp of vanilla essence
05 - 1/4 cup (30g) confectioners’ sugar
06 - 1 cup (240ml) chilled heavy cream

→ Optional Decorations

07 - A small handful of blackberries
08 - Mint sprigs
09 - A little whipped cream

# Instructions:

01 - Toss the blackberries, sugar, and lemon juice into a small pot. Warm it on medium heat, stirring every now and then, for around 5-7 minutes until juicy and gooey. Pass it through a fine strainer, squashing the berries with a spoon to get all the liquid out. Toss the leftover seeds. Let the liquid cool completely.
02 - In a big bowl, take the cold heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Whip it up until stiff peaks form—it should hold its shape nicely!
03 - Fold the cooled-down blackberry sauce gently into the whipped cream. Mix it lightly until it’s airy and well-mixed.
04 - Scoop or pipe the mousse into bowls or cups. Smooth out the tops so they look good.
05 - Pop the mousse in the fridge for at least 2 hours. Once set, you can add blackberries, a bit of whipped cream, and mint leaves if you like before serving.

# Notes:

01 - If the blackberries are really sour, toss in an extra spoon or two of sugar while boiling them.
02 - For a fun twist, add layers of crushed cookies or drizzle with chocolate syrup when serving.