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Fluffy Strawberry Mousse

Fluffy Strawberry Mousse: A Dreamy Make-Ahead Delight

Fluffy Strawberry Mousse is a gluten-free dessert that brings sunshine indoors with its airy texture and sweet flavor, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mousse
  • 2 cups Fresh Strawberries Select ripe strawberries for the fullest flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Adjust based on sweetness of the berries.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Ensure it's very cold for perfect whipping.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional, adds depth and warmth.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Fresh Strawberries Use whole or sliced for garnish.

Equipment

  • blender
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • electric mixer
  • serving glasses

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash and slice 2 cups of fresh strawberries, then blend with 1/4 cup of sugar until smooth.
  2. Set aside 1/2 cup of the strawberry puree in a small bowl for later use.
  3. Whip 1 cup of heavy cream in a chilled mixing bowl until stiff peaks form, about 3–5 minutes.
  4. Gently fold the remaining strawberry puree into the whipped cream using a spatula.
  5. Layer the reserved strawberry puree and mousse in serving glasses.
  6. Chill the glasses in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  7. Garnish with fresh strawberries before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure your mixing bowl and beaters are cold to achieve stiff peaks. Taste and adjust sweetness as needed. This mousse can be customized with other fruits as well.

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