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Fresh Strawberry Mousse

Delicious Fresh Strawberry Mousse for Effortless Summer Bliss

This Fresh Strawberry Mousse is a light and refreshing dessert that melts in your mouth, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mousse
  • 2 cups Fresh Strawberries Choose ripe and firm strawberries for maximum sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar Adjust based on strawberry sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice Add more for extra zing!
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances overall flavor.
  • 1 1/2 cups Heavy Cream Make sure it’s cold for fluffy peaks.
Optional Garnishes
  • Melted Chocolate Drizzle on top for a luxurious touch.
  • Toasted Almond Slices Add for a satisfying crunch.

Equipment

  • blender
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • rubber spatula
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash and hull 2 cups of fresh strawberries, then blend them with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and 1/4 cup of powdered sugar until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Chill a mixing bowl and whisk in the freezer for about 5 minutes. Pour in 1 1/2 cups of cold heavy cream and whip until soft peaks form, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Gently fold the strawberry purée into the whipped cream using a rubber spatula to maintain airiness.
  4. Spoon the mousse into serving glasses or small bowls and smooth the top with a spatula.
  5. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set the mousse.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 40mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This mousse can be prepared a day in advance and is perfect for easy summer entertaining.

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