Description
This light and airy Strawberry Mousse is a delightful no-bake dessert that combines fresh strawberries with whipped cream and gelatin for a creamy, fruity treat. Perfect for hot days or elegant dinners, it offers a perfect balance of sweetness and the fresh taste of strawberries in a smooth, fluffy texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Strawberry Puree
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
Mousse Mixture
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin powder
- 3 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Prepare Strawberry Puree: Blend the hulled strawberries until smooth. Stir in the granulated sugar and let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and sugar to dissolve.
- Whip the Cream: In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream together with the vanilla extract until soft peaks form, ensuring the cream is light and airy.
- Combine Puree and Cream: Gently fold the strawberry puree into the whipped cream to keep the mousse fluffy and incorporate the fruity flavor evenly without deflating the cream.
- Dissolve Gelatin: Sprinkle the unflavored gelatin powder over the warm water and stir thoroughly until fully dissolved. Allow to cool slightly but not set, then carefully fold the gelatin mixture into the mousse to help it set firmly once chilled.
- Chill the Mousse: Pour the mousse mixture into serving glasses or bowls. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until fully set before serving. This chilling step is essential for the mousse to achieve its signature light and firm texture.
Notes
- Adjust sugar to your desired sweetness, especially if your strawberries are very ripe and sweet.
- Make sure the gelatin is fully dissolved and slightly cooled before mixing to avoid lumps in the mousse.
- Use chilled heavy cream and equipment for best whipping results.
- The mousse should be served cold and kept refrigerated to maintain texture.
- For a vegan alternative, substitute gelatin with agar-agar and use coconut cream instead of heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
