Strawberry Mousse Recipe
Introduction
This strawberry mousse is a light and creamy dessert that combines the fresh flavor of strawberries with the richness of cream cheese or coconut cream. It’s simple to make and perfect for a refreshing treat on any occasion.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese or coconut cream
- 4 oz yogurt or additional cream cheese or coconut cream
- 1 cup powdered sugar or sugar-free alternative
- 5 medium size strawberries
- Optional: 1/4 tsp vanilla bean paste
Instructions
- Step 1: If using cream cheese, let it come to room temperature. If using coconut cream, open the can and ensure the contents are thick and creamy. Note that cans with hard, flaky coconut cream are not suitable for mousse.
- Step 2: Remove the stems from the strawberries and blend or mash them until smooth and pureed.
- Step 3: Add the cream cheese or coconut cream, yogurt (or your chosen additional dairy or dairy alternative), powdered sugar, and optional vanilla bean paste to the strawberry puree.
- Step 4: Blend all ingredients together until completely smooth using a food processor, blender, or hand mixer.
- Step 5: Transfer the mousse to serving dishes and refrigerate. The mousse will thicken considerably as it chills.
Tips & Variations
- For a dairy-free version, use coconut cream and a plant-based yogurt alternative.
- Add a splash of lemon juice to enhance the strawberry flavor.
- Top with fresh sliced strawberries or mint leaves before serving for a decorative touch.
- If you prefer a sweeter dessert, increase the powdered sugar to taste.
Storage
Store the strawberry mousse in an airtight container or covered serving dishes in the refrigerator. It will keep well for up to 2 days. Re-chill before serving for the best texture, as it may soften slightly at room temperature.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use frozen strawberries for this mousse?
Yes, you can use frozen strawberries. Thaw them completely and drain any excess liquid before pureeing to avoid a watery mousse.
What can I substitute for powdered sugar?
You can use a sugar-free powdered sweetener or blend granulated sugar into a fine powder as a substitute. Adjust sweetness to your preference.
PrintStrawberry Mousse Recipe
A light and creamy strawberry mousse made with cream cheese or coconut cream, blended with fresh strawberries and sweetened with powdered sugar or a sugar-free alternative. This easy no-bake dessert is perfectly smooth, refreshing, and ideal for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours (including chilling time)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Base
- 8 oz cream cheese or coconut cream
- 4 oz yogurt or additional cream cheese or coconut cream
- 1 cup powdered sugar or sugar-free alternative
Fruit
- 5 medium size strawberries, stemmed
Optional Flavoring
- 1/4 tsp vanilla bean paste (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the base: If using cream cheese, allow it to come to room temperature for easier blending. If using coconut cream, open the can and ensure the contents are thick and creamy. Avoid cans with hard and flaky cream as they won’t blend well.
- Puree the strawberries: Remove the stems from the strawberries and mash or blend them until smooth, creating a fresh strawberry puree as the fruit base of the mousse.
- Combine ingredients: In a food processor, blender, or using a hand mixer, add the room temperature cream cheese or coconut cream, yogurt or additional base, powdered sugar or sugar-free substitute, and the strawberry puree. Include vanilla bean paste if using.
- Blend to smoothness: Blend all the ingredients until the mixture becomes completely smooth and well combined, creating a light mousse texture.
- Chill and serve: Transfer the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for several hours. The mousse will thicken considerably as it chills, developing its characteristic airy and creamy consistency.
Notes
- Use full-fat cream cheese or coconut cream for the best texture and flavor.
- For a vegan version, substitute cream cheese and yogurt with coconut cream and plant-based yogurt.
- Sugar-free alternatives work well to reduce sugar content without losing sweetness.
- Ensure the coconut cream is not separated or flaky; only use creamy coconut cream for mousse.
- Can be garnished with fresh strawberries or mint leaves for presentation.
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