Description
A light and airy strawberry mousse made with fresh strawberries and whipped cream for a simple, elegant, and refreshing dessert perfect for warm days or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled
- 1 cup heavy cream or whipped cream
- 1/3 cup sugar or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon gelatin or agar-agar (optional)
Instructions
- Blend the strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Strain the mixture if a smoother texture is desired.
- Whip the cream with vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold the strawberry mixture into the whipped cream.
- If using gelatin or agar-agar, dissolve it first and mix it into the strawberry mixture before folding.
- Spoon the mousse into serving cups.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours until set.
Notes
- Frozen strawberries can be used if thawed and drained well.
- Add raspberries or blueberries for a mixed berry version.
- Fold in mascarpone cheese for a richer texture.
- Layer with crushed cookies or sponge cake for a parfait-style dessert.
- Use coconut cream or dairy-free whipped cream for a dairy-free version.
- Reduce sugar or use yogurt for a lighter variation.
- Ensure cream is whipped properly to avoid a runny mousse.
- Do not freeze, as it can change the texture.
- Best served chilled and consumed within 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
