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A delicious plate of Strawberry Mousse

Strawberry Mousse

A light and creamy dessert that's perfect for any occasion. This strawberry mousse is easy to make and full of fresh flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 495
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Strawberries
  • 2 cups strawberries fresh hulled
  • 67 g granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 480 ml heavy cream chilled
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries or mint leaves for garnish optional

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Fine-Mesh Sieve

Method
 

  1. Place a large mixing bowl in the freezer to chill several hours before working.
  2. Puree the strawberries in a blender or food processor until smooth.
  3. Strain the puree through a fine-mesh sieve into a mixing bowl to remove seeds.
  4. Whisk in the sugar and vanilla into the puree until the sugar has dissolved.
  5. Remove the frozen bowl and whip the chilled heavy cream with a mixer until soft peaks form.
  6. Fold the strawberry puree into the whipped cream until fully combined.
  7. Spoon the mousse into serving glasses or bowls, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
  8. Garnish with additional whipped cream, fresh strawberries, or mint leaves to serve.

Notes

For an extra touch, try adding a layer of crushed cookies at the bottom of the serving glasses before adding the mousse.