Follow these steps for perfect results
Unflavored Gelatin
Midori (melon-flavored liqueur)
Honeydew Melon
flesh of a 6-7 pound melon
Sugar
Fresh Lemon Juice
Plain Yogurt
Port
Cantaloupe
flesh of half a cantaloupe
Honeydew Melon
small wedges for garnish
Cantaloupe
small wedges for garnish
Sprinkle gelatin over Midori in a small saucepan and let soften for 1 minute.
Heat the gelatin and Midori mixture over low heat, stirring, until the gelatin is completely dissolved. Let cool.
Puree honeydew, sugar, and lemon juice in a blender.
With the blender motor running, add the cooled Midori mixture in a steady stream.
Transfer the honeydew mixture to a metal bowl set in a larger bowl of ice and cold water.
Stir until the honeydew mousse reaches the consistency of raw egg white.
Remove the metal bowl from the ice, stir in yogurt, and let the honeydew mousse stand.
Sprinkle gelatin over Port in a small saucepan and let soften for 1 minute.
Heat the gelatin and Port mixture over low heat, stirring, until the gelatin is completely dissolved. Let cool.
Puree cantaloupe, sugar, and lemon juice in a blender.
With the blender motor running, add the cooled Port mixture in a steady stream.
Transfer the cantaloupe mixture to a metal bowl set in a larger bowl of ice and cold water.
Stir until the cantaloupe mousse reaches the consistency of raw egg white.
Remove the metal bowl from the ice and stir in the yogurt.
Layer the honeydew and cantaloupe mousses in a 2-quart glass bowl or 8 dessert glasses, chilling for 5 minutes between layers.
Chill the completed mousse for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Garnish with melon wedges before serving.
Expert advice for the best results
Ensure the gelatin is fully dissolved to avoid grainy texture.
Chill the mousses thoroughly for best flavor and texture.
Adjust sugar to taste based on the sweetness of the melons.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made 1-2 days in advance.
Layer in a glass bowl to showcase the colors, garnish with fresh mint.
Serve chilled as a light dessert.
Accompany with a side of fresh berries.
Lightly sweet and effervescent, complements the melon flavors.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Light and refreshing desserts are common in French cuisine, often featuring seasonal fruits.
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