Description
This delightful strawberry mousse is the kind of dessert that makes you pause mid-bite just to savor how good it is. It’s smooth and airy, full of real strawberry flavor, and light enough to enjoy after any meal. No baking, no eggs, and no gelatin needed — just a few simple ingredients and a bit of blending magic. Whether you’re serving it at a dinner party or sneaking spoonfuls straight from the fridge, this mousse is pure strawberry bliss.
Ingredients
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2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
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¼ cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
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1 teaspoon lemon juice
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1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
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2 tablespoons powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional for garnish:
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Fresh strawberry slices
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Whipped cream
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Crushed meringue or white chocolate shavings
Instructions
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Puree the strawberries
In a blender or food processor, combine strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Blend until completely smooth. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed. Set aside. -
Whip the cream
In a large bowl, whip the cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form. Don’t overbeat — you want it silky and billowy, not stiff. -
Fold it all together
Gently fold the strawberry puree into the whipped cream in batches. Use a spatula and work slowly to keep the mousse light and airy. Mix until just combined and streak-free. -
Chill and serve
Spoon the mousse into small serving glasses or jars. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set and perfectly chilled. -
Garnish and enjoy
Top with a swirl of whipped cream, a fresh strawberry, or a dusting of crushed meringue. Serve cold and swoon accordingly.
Notes
Taste your strawberries first — if they’re super sweet, reduce the sugar slightly.
For a firmer mousse, chill overnight.
Want a pinker hue? Add a tiny splash of beet juice or a pinch of freeze-dried strawberry powder.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: French-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About ½ cup
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 60mg