Simple Strawberry Mousse
Indulge in the light, fruity delight of this Simple Strawberry Mousse—a quick and elegant dessert perfect for any occasion. Made with fresh, vibrant strawberries, creamy whipped cream, and a touch of vanilla, this mousse combines silky smooth texture with a naturally sweet flavor that’s hard to resist. The recipe is effortlessly achievable with just six ingredients, including a hint of gelatin to ensure the perfect set. Ready in under 30 minutes (plus chilling time), this no-bake treat is both refreshing and satisfying. Garnish with fresh strawberries, mint leaves, or a drizzle of chocolate for a stunning presentation. Perfect for summer gatherings or a romantic dessert, this strawberry mousse will leave everyone asking for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams fresh strawberries
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 200 ml heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon powdered gelatin
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Wash the fresh strawberries thoroughly and remove the stems. Set a few strawberries aside for garnish, if desired.
Blend the strawberries in a blender or food processor until completely smooth. Strain the puree through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl to remove the seeds. You should have approximately 200ml of smooth strawberry puree.
In a small bowl, sprinkle the powdered gelatin over the water and let it sit for about 5 minutes to bloom.
In a small saucepan over low heat, warm up half of the strawberry puree (about 100ml). Do not let it boil. Once warm, remove from heat and stir in the bloomed gelatin until completely dissolved. Let this mixture cool to room temperature.
In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream with an electric mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form. Add the granulated sugar and vanilla extract, and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold the remaining strawberry puree and the gelatin mixture into the whipped cream in batches. Fold carefully to maintain the mousse’s airy texture.
Spoon or pipe the strawberry mousse into serving glasses or bowls, smoothing the tops as needed.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until the mousse is set.
Garnish with the reserved strawberries or other toppings like mint leaves, grated chocolate, or whipped cream before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
976 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.6 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.0 g | 200% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 77 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.6 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.1 g | ||
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 48 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 444 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
