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Strawberry Mousse

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This Strawberry Mousse is a light and fluffy dessert bursting with fresh strawberry flavor, perfect for a refreshing, elegant treat.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes (for warming and gelatin dissolving)
  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4–6 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 packet (about 2 1/4 tsp) unflavored gelatin or agar-agar
  • 1 tbsp water (for blooming gelatin)
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Puree strawberries with sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
  2. Sprinkle gelatin over 1 tbsp water and let bloom for 5 minutes.
  3. Warm a few tablespoons of the strawberry puree in a saucepan and stir in bloomed gelatin until dissolved.
  4. Combine the warm mixture with the remaining strawberry puree and cool to room temperature.
  5. Whip cold heavy cream (and vanilla, if using) to soft peaks.
  6. Fold a quarter of the whipped cream into the strawberry mixture to lighten, then gently fold in the rest.
  7. Spoon or pipe into serving dishes and chill for at least 2 hours until set.
  8. Garnish with strawberry halves, mint, or powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

  • Strain the strawberry puree for a smoother mousse.
  • Use coconut cream for a dairy-free version.
  • Add strawberry liqueur for a boozy twist.
  • Serve in glasses or ramekins for a pretty presentation.
  • Double the recipe for a crowd.

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