Description
Creamy, fruity, and light, this Strawberry Mousse is a delightful no-bake dessert perfect for summer. Made with fresh strawberries and whipped cream, it’s an easy and elegant treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Strawberry Mixture:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (hulled and chopped)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the Mousse:
- 1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
For Garnish:
- Fresh strawberries and mint (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberry Mixture: In a saucepan, cook chopped strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice until soft. Puree the mixture.
- Bloom the Gelatin: Sprinkle gelatin over cold water, let sit, and then stir into the warm strawberry puree.
- Whip the Cream: In a separate bowl, whip cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Combine and Chill: Fold strawberry mixture into whipped cream. Spoon into glasses, refrigerate for 2 hours.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh strawberries and mint, if desired.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, strain the puréed strawberries before adding gelatin.
- This mousse is light, fruity, and perfect for make-ahead entertaining.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop, No-Bake
- Cuisine: French-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
