Description
This Banana Mousse Tart is a luscious and creamy no-bake dessert featuring a smooth banana mousse set in a pre-baked tart crust. Made with ripe bananas, whipped cream, and a hint of vanilla, it’s a perfect treat for banana lovers looking for an easy yet elegant dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Tart Base
- 1 9-inch pre-baked tart crust (graham cracker or shortbread)
Banana Mousse Filling
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
Garnish (Optional)
- Banana slices
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Prepare Banana Mixture: In a bowl, mash the ripe bananas with lemon juice until smooth to prevent browning. This creates the banana base for the mousse.
- Cook Banana Filling: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the mashed bananas, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and cornstarch. Cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens slightly. This step activates the cornstarch to thicken the banana filling.
- Cool Mixture: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the banana mixture cool completely. Cooling is important to avoid deflating the whipped cream later.
- Whip Cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. This creates the light, airy texture for the mousse.
- Combine Mixtures: Gently fold the cooled banana mixture into the whipped cream until fully combined, maintaining as much air as possible for a fluffy mousse.
- Assemble Tart: Spoon the banana mousse into the prepared pre-baked tart crust and smooth the top evenly with a spatula.
- Chill: Refrigerate the tart for at least 3 hours or until fully set. This chilling step is crucial to firm up the mousse before serving.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, optionally garnish with fresh banana slices and additional whipped cream. For best appearance and to prevent banana slices from browning, brush them lightly with lemon juice.
Notes
- Brush banana slices used for garnish with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- This tart is best enjoyed the day it’s assembled to ensure the freshest flavor and texture.
- For additional texture and flavor, consider sprinkling chopped nuts or chocolate shavings on top before serving.
