Easy Fresh Strawberry Mousse Recipe
Introduction
This easy fresh strawberry mousse is a light and refreshing dessert perfect for any occasion. Made with just a few simple ingredients, it combines the natural sweetness of strawberries with airy whipped cream for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
- 12½ ounces strawberries (3/4 pound)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup cold whole, heavy, or whipping cream (with at least 30% fat content)
- Extra strawberries for topping
Instructions
- Step 1: Clean and slice the strawberries. In a blender or food processor, combine the sliced strawberries and sugar and puree until smooth. Remove ½ cup of the puree and set it aside.
- Step 2: In a cold bowl, beat the cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in the remaining strawberry puree (not the set-aside ½ cup) into the whipped cream.
- Step 3: Divide the reserved ½ cup of strawberry puree evenly between four small to medium glasses. Top each with the strawberry mousse mixture. Refrigerate for about 1 hour or overnight for best results.
- Step 4: Before serving, top each glass with fresh sliced strawberries. Enjoy your refreshing strawberry mousse!
Tips & Variations
- Use glasses that hold about 1 cup of water to portion the mousse perfectly.
- For extra flavor, add a splash of lemon juice or vanilla extract to the strawberry puree before folding it into the cream.
- Replace granulated sugar with honey or maple syrup for a natural sweetener alternative.
Storage
Store the strawberry mousse covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. It’s best enjoyed chilled and fresh. If storing overnight, keep the fresh strawberry toppings separate and add them just before serving. Gently stir before serving if the mousse has settled.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use frozen strawberries for the mousse?
Yes, you can use frozen strawberries. Just thaw them completely and drain any excess liquid before pureeing to avoid a watery mousse.
What can I substitute for heavy cream?
If you prefer a lighter option, you can try whipping coconut cream instead of heavy cream, but the texture and flavor will be slightly different.
PrintEasy Fresh Strawberry Mousse Recipe
This Easy Fresh Strawberry Mousse is a light, airy dessert made from pureed fresh strawberries and whipped cream. Sweetened with sugar and topped with fresh strawberries, it’s perfect for a refreshing treat on warm days or an elegant finish to any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes including chilling time
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Strawberry Puree
- 12½ ounces fresh strawberries (about 3/4 pound), cleaned and sliced
- ½ cup granulated sugar
Mousse
- 1 cup cold heavy cream (or whipping cream with at least 30% fat)
Topping
- Extra fresh strawberries, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberry puree: Clean and slice the strawberries. In a blender or food processor, combine the sliced strawberries and granulated sugar, then puree until smooth. Remove ½ cup of this puree and set it aside for layering later.
- Whip the cream: In a cold bowl, beat the cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form. This will give the mousse its light and airy texture.
- Combine puree and whipped cream: Gently fold the remaining strawberry puree (not the ½ cup reserved) into the whipped cream. Be careful not to deflate the mixture to maintain the mousse’s fluffiness.
- Assemble the mousse: Divide the reserved ½ cup of strawberry puree evenly between four small to medium-sized glasses (approximately 1 cup size). Spoon the strawberry mousse mixture on top of the puree layer.
- Chill and serve: Refrigerate the assembled mousse for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best flavor and texture. Before serving, top with fresh sliced strawberries for garnish. Enjoy your fresh strawberry mousse!
Notes
- Use cold cream to help achieve better whipped cream consistency.
- For best results, chill the bowl and beaters before whipping the cream.
- Gluten-free and vegetarian friendly dessert.
- The glasses used in this recipe hold about 1 cup each, which helps portion size.
- Mousse can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated overnight to deepen flavors.
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