Description
Indulge in the light and airy delight of this Strawberry Mousse recipe. Made with fresh strawberries and whipped cream, this no-bake dessert is a perfect combination of fruity sweetness and creamy goodness, ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Strawberry Puree:
- 1 pound fresh strawberries (hulled and halved)
Sugar Mixture:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Gelatin Mixture:
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) unflavored gelatin
- 2 tablespoons cold water
Whipped Cream:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Puree the Strawberries: Blend or process the strawberries until smooth.
- Cook the Strawberry Mixture: Combine puree, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Cook until hot and sugar dissolves.
- Prepare Gelatin: Bloom gelatin in cold water, then add to warm strawberry mixture.
- Cool and Whip Cream: Beat cream and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- Combine and Chill: Fold strawberry mixture into whipped cream. Chill for at least 2 hours.
- Serve: Spoon into cups and enjoy chilled.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, strain the strawberry puree before cooking.
- Garnish with fresh strawberries, mint, or whipped cream for serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: French-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
