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Delicious strawberry mousse served in a dessert bowl with fresh strawberries on top

Strawberry Mousse

A light and airy strawberry mousse that is rich in flavor and perfect for any occasion, from casual coffee chats to special celebrations.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 200 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Mousse

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled Use the best strawberries possible for sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup sugar Reduce if strawberries are very sweet.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Adds brightness to the flavor.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Use real heavy cream for the best texture.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use pure vanilla extract if possible.
  • 1 tablespoon gelatin Powdered gelatin works best.
  • 1/4 cup cold water For blooming the gelatin.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a blender, puree the strawberries with sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
  • In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cold water and let it sit for a few minutes until it blooms.
  • Heat the gelatin mixture over low heat until dissolved, then mix it into the strawberry puree.
  • In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  • Gently fold the strawberry mixture into the whipped cream until combined.
  • Spoon the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

For a silkier mousse, strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds. Adjust gelatin for a firmer set as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14g
Keyword Dessert, easy recipe, Light Dessert, Strawberry Mousse, Summer treat
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