Maple Mousse Parfait

A very simple but delicious dessert. Perfect for the winter season when the new batch of maple syrup hits the market.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 3  eggs, extra-large,separated
• 1⁄2 cup pure maple syrup
• 1⁄8 teaspoon salt
• 1  cup heavy cream, whipped and chilled

Directions

1. Beat the egg yolks with an electric mixer until fluffy and lemon-colored, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the maple syrup and cook in the top of a double boiler until the mixture becomes very thick, stirring often.
3. Let cool completely.
4. Beat the egg whites with 1/8 teaspoon salt until stiff.
5. Gently combine the cooled syrup mixture, egg whites, and whipped heavy cream until thoroughly incorporated.
6. Spoon into beautiful parfait or martini glasses.
7. Chill.