Loquat Mousse with Condensed Milk

Ingredients

• 500g loquats (peeled and pitted)
• 1 can (395g) condensed milk
• 1 box (200g) heavy cream
• 1 envelope (12g) unflavored gelatin
• 5 tablespoons water (to hydrate the gelatin)
• Juice of 1/2 lemon (optional – enhances the fruit's flavor)

Preparation:

1. Prepare the Loquats:
   Carefully wash the fruit, then remove the skin and discard the pits. Put the pulp in a blender and blend until you have a smooth purée.
    
2. Hydrate the Gelatin:
   In a small bowl, add the unflavored gelatin to the five tablespoons of water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to hydrate. Next, microwave it for roughly 15 seconds, or heat it in a double boiler, just until it's completely dissolved (don't let it boil).
    
3. Prepare the Mousse:
   In the blender, add the loquat purée, condensed milk, heavy cream, and lemon juice. Blend well until you get a creamy, uniform mixture. With the blender still running, incorporate the dissolved gelatin and continue blending for another 30 seconds.
    
4. Chill:
   Distribute the mousse into individual serving cups or place it in a serving dish. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or until it sets.