Description
This Strawberry Mousse is a light and airy dessert that combines fresh strawberries with whipped cream and gelatin for a smooth, creamy texture. Perfect for a refreshing treat, it requires no baking and is elegantly topped with fresh strawberries.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Mousse:
- 12½ ounces strawberries (3/4 pound)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream (cold)
- Extra strawberries for topping
- Gelatin (amount not specified, but typically 1 tablespoon) and water (for blooming gelatin)
Instructions
- Prepare Strawberries: Wash and hull the strawberries, then slice them in half. Sprinkle with ¼ cup of the sugar and let them sit for 15 minutes to macerate and release their juices.
- Make Strawberry Puree: Blend the macerated strawberries into a smooth puree. Set aside a small amount of puree or strawberries for garnish later.
- Bloom and Dissolve Gelatin: In a small bowl, combine gelatin with water and let it bloom (absorb the water) for 5 minutes. Then gently heat the mixture until the gelatin is completely dissolved.
- Whip Cream: Whip the cold heavy cream together with the remaining sugar until soft peaks form, creating a light and fluffy texture.
- Combine Ingredients: Mix the strawberry puree with the dissolved gelatin. Then gently fold this mixture into the whipped cream, ensuring the mousse remains airy and light.
- Chill and Set: Spoon the mousse into serving cups or bowls and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let it set and develop its texture. Before serving, garnish with the reserved fresh strawberries.
Notes
- Make sure the gelatin is fully dissolved to avoid lumps in the mousse.
- Use cold heavy cream for best whipping results.
- You can adjust the sugar quantity depending on the sweetness of your strawberries.
- For a vegan version, substitute gelatin with agar-agar and use coconut cream instead of heavy cream.
- Serve chilled for the best texture and flavor.
