Description
Experience the joy of a luscious strawberry mousse that wraps your taste buds in a silky blend of sweetness and tang. This easy-to-make dessert combines fresh strawberries, creamy whipped cream, and a hint of vanilla to create a light and airy treat perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy night in, this strawberry mousse will elevate your dessert game and leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin powder
- 3 tablespoons cold water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Wash the strawberries under cold water, then hull and slice them into halves or quarters.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced strawberries with sugar. Let them sit for 10 minutes to release their juices.
- Blend the sweetened strawberries until smooth to create a puree.
- In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cold water and let it bloom for about 5 minutes. Then gently heat in the microwave until melted.
- Mix the melted gelatin and vanilla extract into the strawberry puree.
- Whip the heavy cream in another bowl until soft peaks form. Gently fold it into the strawberry mixture.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg