Kona Mousse

A dessert incorporating Hawaii's wonderful kona coffee. You can substitute kahlua or other coffee-flavored liqueur for the chocolate liqueur if you prefer. Preparation time includes chilling times; active preparation time is actually very short.

• Ready In: 3 hrs 33 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1 (1/4ounce) envelope unflavored gelatin
• 1 1⁄2 cups  kona strong brewed coffee
• 1⁄2 cup sugar
• 1  pinch salt
• 1  cup sour cream (low-fat okay)
• 2  tablespoons Creme de Cacao or 2  tablespoons  other  chocolate liqueur
•  chopped  macadamia nuts

Directions

1. Soften gelatin in 1/4 cup cold water 5 minutes.
2. Heat coffee with sugar, salt and gelatin mixture over low heat, stirring until sugar and gelatin dissolve.
3. Chill to the consistency of an unbeaten egg white, then beat with electric mixer until fluffy.
4. Fold in sour cream and liqueur.
5. Pour into dessert glasses and chill at least 3 hours until firm.
6. Sprinkle with nuts before serving.