Charlotte Russe

1 tablespoon plain gelatine
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup milk, scalded
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup strong coffee
1 cup whipping cream
Ladyfingers

Soak the gelatine in the water for 5 minutes, then add to the scalded milk, stirring to dissolve. Add the coffee.

Beat the cream until stiff, then fold in the coffee mixture.

Line a mold with ladyfingers and pour in the whipped cream mixture. Chill at least 2 hours.

Unmold before serving.

Serves 6 to 8.