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Creamy Strawberry Mousse Recipe

4.7 from 107 reviews

A light and airy strawberry mousse that combines the natural sweetness of fresh strawberries with creamy whipped cream and a touch of sweetener, perfect for a refreshing dessert.

Ingredients

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Strawberries

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

Cream

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled

Sweetener

  • 2 tablespoons sugar or preferred sweetener

Instructions

  1. Prepare Strawberries: Wash, hull, and slice the fresh strawberries to get them ready for blending.
  2. Blend Strawberries: Place the sliced strawberries in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth to create a fresh strawberry puree.
  3. Whip the Cream: In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with the sweetener until soft peaks form, being careful not to overwhip.
  4. Fold in Puree: Gently fold the strawberry puree into the whipped cream, combining them carefully to keep the mixture light and airy.
  5. Chill the Mousse: Transfer the mousse to serving dishes or a bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set and develop flavors.

Notes

  • Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and color.
  • Adjust the amount of sweetener based on the sweetness of your strawberries and your preference.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute cream with coconut cream and ensure your sweetener is suitable.
  • Gently folding the puree into the whipped cream preserves the mousse’s light texture.
  • Serve chilled and garnish with fresh strawberry slices or mint leaves if desired.

Keywords: strawberry mousse, whipped cream dessert, fruit mousse, light dessert, no-bake dessert, fresh strawberries