Delicious Strawberry Mousse (Printer-Friendly Version)
A light and airy strawberry mousse blending fresh berries with whipped cream for a delightful dessert.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Fruit
01 -
480 ml fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
02 -
15 ml lemon juice
→ Sweeteners
03 -
100 g granulated sugar, divided
→ Dairy
04 -
240 ml heavy cream, chilled
→ Flavorings
05 -
5 ml vanilla extract
→ Thickening Agents
06 -
6 g gelatin powder
07 -
45 ml cold water
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 -
Combine strawberries with 50 g granulated sugar and lemon juice in a bowl. Let sit for 15 minutes to release juices.
02 -
Transfer macerated strawberries to a blender and blend until smooth. Reserve 30 ml puree for garnish.
03 -
Bloom gelatin by mixing with cold water for 5 minutes. Heat gently until fully dissolved and allow to cool slightly.
04 -
In a chilled bowl, whisk heavy cream with remaining 50 g sugar until soft peaks form, taking care not to overwhip.
05 -
Stir gelatin and vanilla extract into strawberry puree. Fold in whipped cream gently to maintain airiness.
06 -
Divide mixture into serving vessels, cover, and refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours until set.
# Handy Cooking Tips:
01 -
Use very cold cream to achieve optimal whipping volume and texture.
02 -
Avoid overwhipping the cream to preserve the mousse’s lightness.
03 -
Proper gelatin blooming prevents grainy texture.