Easy Fluffy 5-Ingredient Strawberry Mousse Recipe for Perfect Date Night Dessert
A quick and simple strawberry mousse made with just five ingredients, perfect for a light, airy, and sweet dessert that impresses without the fuss.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (150g) fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Macerate the Strawberries (5 minutes): In a medium bowl, combine the chopped strawberries with the granulated sugar and lemon juice. Stir gently and let them sit at room temperature for about 5 minutes until the berries release their juices and soften slightly.
- Whip the Cream (5-7 minutes): Pour the cold heavy whipping cream into a chilled mixing bowl. Add the vanilla extract. Using an electric mixer or whisk, beat the cream until soft peaks form.
- Combine Strawberries and Cream (2-3 minutes): Gently fold half of the macerated strawberries (with their juices) into the whipped cream using a spatula. Then fold in the remaining strawberries carefully.
- Chill (Optional, 30 minutes): You can enjoy the mousse immediately for a soft texture, or cover and chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes to let it firm up slightly.
- Serve: Spoon the mousse into serving glasses or bowls. Garnish with a fresh strawberry or a mint leaf if desired. Serve right away or keep chilled until ready.
Notes
Use very cold cream and chilled bowls for best whipping results. Do not overbeat the cream to avoid grainy texture. Fold gently to keep mousse airy. Fresh ripe strawberries improve flavor. Can substitute heavy cream with full-fat coconut cream for dairy-free version. Sweetener can be swapped with honey or maple syrup adjusting to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/2 cup mousse
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 10
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 1.5
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