Description
A light and airy Strawberry Mousse made from fresh strawberries, whipped cream, and gelatin, offering a sweet and creamy dessert perfect for warm days or special occasions.
Ingredients
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Strawberry Mixture
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
Cream Mixture
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Gelatin
- 1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin powder
- 3 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Prepare Strawberry Puree: Blend the hulled strawberries in a blender or food processor until smooth. Mix in the granulated sugar and allow the mixture to sit for 10 minutes to macerate and release natural juices.
- Whip Cream: In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with vanilla extract using a mixer until soft peaks form, ensuring a light and fluffy texture.
- Combine Mixtures: Gently fold the strawberry puree into the whipped cream, blending carefully to maintain the airy texture of the mousse.
- Dissolve Gelatin: Sprinkle the unflavored gelatin powder over warm water and stir until fully dissolved. Let it cool slightly but do not let it set.
- Incorporate Gelatin: Slowly mix the dissolved gelatin into the strawberry-cream mixture, folding gently to combine without deflating the mousse.
- Chill: Pour the mousse into serving glasses or bowls and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the mousse is fully set and firm to the touch.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
- Adjust sugar depending on how sweet your strawberries are or personal preference.
- Gelatin must be dissolved properly to avoid lumps in the mousse.
- Chilling time is crucial for mousse to set properly—do not skip refrigeration.
- For a lighter version, substitute some heavy cream with whipped aquafaba for a vegan option, though gelatin would need to be replaced as well.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
