Strawberry Mousse
A light and refreshing strawberry mousse, perfect for impressing guests at any occasion with its airy texture and vibrant flavor.
Ingredients
Key Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled You can use frozen strawberries if fresh ones are out of season.
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream For a lighter version, use whipped coconut cream.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons gelatin Make sure it’s properly dissolved.
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
Preparation
- Puree the strawberries: Blend the hulled strawberries together with sugar until smooth.
- Prepare the gelatin: In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over the water and let it sit for about 5 minutes to soften.
- Dissolve the gelatin: Gently heat the gelatin mixture until completely dissolved and mix it into the strawberry puree until well combined.
- Whip the cream: In another bowl, beat the heavy cream with the vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Combine the mixtures: Gently fold the whipped cream into the strawberry mixture until evenly combined.
- Chill: Spoon the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
Serve in elegant glassware topped with a fresh strawberry slice or a dollop of whipped cream. Leftover mousse can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.