Strawberry Mousse: Simple, Light and Creamy Recipe
Strawberry mousse is a light, creamy dessert that feels fresh without being difficult to prepare. It combines ripe strawberries with whipped cream for an airy texture and a naturally fruity flavor.
This version is simple, chilled, and perfect for serving in small glasses.
Recipe Details
Servings: 4 dessert glasses
Prep time: 15 minutes
Chill time: 2 hours
Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
500 g fresh strawberries, hulled
250 ml cold heavy cream, at least 30% fat
70 g granulated sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch of fine salt
4 to 6 fresh strawberries for decoration
4 small mint leaves for decoration, optional
Instructions
Set aside a few strawberries for decoration. Blend the remaining strawberries with the sugar, lemon juice, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
For a finer texture, pass the strawberry puree through a sieve to remove seeds.
In a cold bowl, whip the heavy cream until it forms soft peaks. Do not overwhip it.
Add the strawberry puree to the whipped cream in two additions, folding gently with a spatula to keep the mixture airy.
Spoon the mousse into 4 small glasses and smooth the tops lightly.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, until the mousse is cold and softly set.
Decorate with sliced strawberries and mint just before serving.
Helpful Tips
Use very cold cream for the best volume. If the strawberries are very sweet, reduce the sugar to 50 g. If they are less sweet, keep the full amount for a balanced flavor.
Serve the mousse the same day for the freshest color and texture.
Conclusion
This strawberry mousse is fresh, creamy, and easy to prepare with only a few ingredients. It is a lovely chilled dessert for warm days, family meals, or simple make-ahead servings.