Easy Fresh Strawberry Mousse Recipe
Introduction
This easy fresh strawberry mousse is a light, creamy dessert bursting with real strawberry flavor. With just a few ingredients and simple steps, you can create a delightful treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 12½ ounces strawberries (3/4 pound)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup cold whole, heavy, or whipping cream (with at least 30% fat content)
- Extra strawberries for topping
Instructions
- Step 1: Clean and slice the strawberries. In a blender or food processor, add the sliced strawberries and sugar, then puree. Remove ½ cup of the puree and set it aside.
- Step 2: In a cold bowl, beat the cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in the remaining strawberry puree (not the ½ cup you set aside).
- Step 3: Divide the reserved ½ cup of puree evenly between 4 small to medium glasses. Top each with the strawberry mousse.
- Step 4: Refrigerate for about 1 hour or overnight if preferred. Before serving, top with fresh sliced strawberries and enjoy.
Tips & Variations
- Use chilled cream and a cold bowl to help achieve stiff peaks more easily.
- Swap granulated sugar with honey or agave syrup for a different sweetness profile.
- Serve with a sprinkle of chopped mint or a drizzle of balsamic glaze for an elegant touch.
Storage
Store the mousse covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. It’s best enjoyed fresh but can be gently stirred before serving if separation occurs. Avoid freezing, as texture may change.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use frozen strawberries for this mousse?
Frozen strawberries can work if fully thawed and drained to remove excess liquid. Fresh strawberries typically give a brighter flavor and better texture.
What type of cream is best for the mousse?
Use heavy cream, whipping cream, or any cream with at least 30% fat content. Lower-fat creams may not whip properly.
PrintEasy Fresh Strawberry Mousse Recipe
This Easy Fresh Strawberry Mousse is a light, creamy dessert made with fresh strawberries, sugar, and whipped cream. It combines the natural sweetness of pureed strawberries with fluffy whipped cream for a refreshing treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (includes chilling time)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Strawberry Puree
- 12½ ounces strawberries (3/4 pound), cleaned and sliced
- ½ cup granulated sugar
Whipped Cream
- 1 cup heavy cream (cold, with at least 30% fat content)
Topping
- Extra fresh strawberries, sliced, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Strawberry Puree: Clean and slice the strawberries thoroughly. In a blender or food processor, add the sliced strawberries and granulated sugar, then puree until smooth. Remove ½ cup of this puree and set it aside for layering and garnish.
- Whip the Cream: In a cold bowl, beat the cold heavy cream with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form, which means the cream holds its shape firmly when the beaters are lifted.
- Fold Puree into Cream: Gently fold the remaining strawberry puree (all except the reserved ½ cup) into the whipped cream, combining carefully to maintain the light, airy texture without deflating the cream.
- Assemble the Mousse: Divide the reserved ½ cup of strawberry puree evenly between four small to medium-sized glasses (each glass approximately 1 cup capacity). Spoon or pipe the strawberry mousse on top of the puree layer.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the assembled mousse for about 1 hour or overnight if you prefer a firmer mousse. Before serving, top each glass with fresh sliced strawberries for garnish and enjoy this refreshing dessert.
Notes
- Using cold heavy cream is key to achieving stiff peaks quickly and maintaining mousse texture.
- The reserved strawberry puree serves as a flavorful base layer, adding an extra burst of strawberry taste.
- The dessert can be made ahead of time and chilled overnight for convenience.
- Glass size used is approximately 1 cup capacity to control serving size.
- For a sweeter mousse, adjust sugar quantity according to the sweetness of strawberries.
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