Description
Indulge in the light and airy delight of this Strawberry Mousse, where the vibrant flavor of fresh strawberries meets a creamy, dreamy texture. Perfect for any occasion—be it a summer picnic or an elegant dinner party—this easy-to-make dessert is sure to impress both your guests and yourself. With just a handful of simple ingredients like ripe strawberries, heavy cream, and gelatin, you can create a stunning treat that not only satisfies your sweet tooth but also offers an eye-catching presentation. Serve it on its own or as a luscious filling for cakes and pastries, making it an incredibly versatile dessert option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons gelatin powder
- 3 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Puree the sliced strawberries in a blender until smooth. Reserve some for garnish.
- Sprinkle gelatin over water in a small bowl; let sit for five minutes, then heat gently until dissolved.
- In another bowl, whip heavy cream with sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold the strawberry puree into the whipped cream mixture.
- Add the dissolved gelatin to the mousse and fold gently until combined.
- Spoon into serving cups and refrigerate for at least two hours to set.
- Top each serving with reserved strawberry slices before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg