Description
Indulge in a light and airy strawberry mousse, a perfect dessert for any occasion. This recipe combines fresh strawberries with a touch of sweetness and a velvety texture, creating a delightful treat that’s both easy to make and incredibly delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar, plus more to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup heavy cream, chilled
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: In a food processor or blender, combine the hulled strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Blend until completely smooth. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any seeds, if desired.
- Whip the Cream: In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
- Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the strawberry puree to the whipped cream, gently folding until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this will deflate the mousse.
- Add Vanilla: Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Chill and Serve: Spoon the mousse into individual serving dishes or a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow it to set. Garnish with fresh strawberries or whipped cream before serving.
Notes
- For a smoother mousse, ensure the strawberry puree is completely smooth and strained.
- Adjust the sugar to your taste, depending on the sweetness of the strawberries.
- You can add a touch of flavor with a tablespoon of strawberry liqueur.
- Garnish with fresh strawberries, mint leaves, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for an extra touch of elegance.
- Prep Time: PT20M
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Protein: 2g