Creamy Dulce de Leche Mousse (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 cup dulce de leche
02 - 1 cup heavy cream, chilled
03 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
04 - 2 large egg whites
05 - 2 tablespoons sugar
06 - 1 teaspoon gelatin powder
07 - 2 tablespoons warm water
08 - Pinch of salt

# Instructions:

01 - In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin powder over the warm water and let it bloom for about 5 minutes.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine the dulce de leche and vanilla extract. Set aside.
03 - In another mixing bowl, whip the chilled heavy cream using an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip; you want it fluffy and light.
04 - In a separate clean bowl, beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt using an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Gradually add the sugar and continue to beat until stiff peaks form.
05 - Gently fold the whipped cream into the dulce de leche mixture until just combined. Next, fold in the egg whites, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
06 - Finally, add the bloomed gelatin to the mousse mixture, folding gently until evenly distributed.
07 - Spoon the mousse into serving cups or bowls and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
08 - Once set, you can garnish with whipped cream, a drizzle of dulce de leche, and a sprinkle of sea salt for added flavor.