Cocoa Mousse Filling

By rperlowitz

Ingredients

• 1 t. unflavored gelatin
• 1 T. cold water
• 2 T. boiling water
• 1/2 c. sugar
• 1/4 c. cocoa
• 1 c. (1/2 pint) cold whipping cream
• 1 t. vanilla

Preparation

Step 1

1. in a small bowl sprinkle gelatin over cold water - let stand 2 minutes to soften - add boiling water and stir until dissolved and mixture clear - cool slightly
2. in a small bowl stir together sugar and cocoa - add whipping cream and vanilla
3. beat at medium until stiff
4. add gelatin mixture beat until well blended
5. put in refrigerate for 20 minutes