Description
Indulge in the light and airy delight of Fresh Strawberry Mousse, a dessert that captures the essence of summer in every spoonful. This quick and easy recipe transforms fresh strawberries into a creamy, fluffy treat that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply craving something sweet, this mousse will impress your guests and leave them asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh strawberries
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon gelatin powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: Wash, hull, and slice the fresh strawberries in half.
- Macerate: Sprinkle granulated sugar over the strawberries and let them sit for 15 minutes to release juices.
- Blend: Puree the macerated strawberries until smooth, reserving a few chunks if desired.
- Whip Cream: In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Combine: Gently fold the strawberry puree and vanilla extract into the whipped cream.
- Add Gelatin: Bloom gelatin in cold water as per package instructions, then mix it into the mousse until fully incorporated.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least two hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg