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Easy Fresh Strawberry Mousse

Light, fluffy no-bake mousse made with fresh strawberries and whipped cream – perfect summer dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Summer
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Strawberry Puree
  • 1 pound fresh strawberries hulled and halved, plus extra for garnish
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
Whipped Cream
  • 1.5 cups heavy whipping cream cold
  • 0.25 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract optional

Equipment

  • Blender or food processor
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Serving glasses
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Blend most strawberries with granulated sugar to make puree. Strain if desired. Reserve 1/2 cup puree.
  2. Whip cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla to stiff peaks.
  3. Gently fold remaining puree into whipped cream.
  4. Layer reserved puree in glasses, top with mousse.
  5. Garnish and refrigerate at least 1 hour.

Notes

Best with ripe fresh strawberries. Keeps in fridge up to 2 days.