method
1. Beat the sugar, egg yolks and whole egg in a food processor until pale and creamy.
2. Briefly blend in the sherry, ground almonds and orange zest.
3. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl.
4. Microwave the orange juice until boiling and frothy and then whisk it into the egg mixture at full speed on an electric mixer.
5. Pour in the prepared gelatine, whisking all the time to distribute it evenly.
6. Pour the mixture into a small souffle dish or 4 - 6 ramekins.
7. Leave the mousse to set in the freezer for about 40 minutes, then transfer to the refrigerator for at least 3 hours or until firm.
8. Decorate the mousse with the almond slivers and serve chilled.
serving amount
serves 4 - 6
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