Strawberry Mousse
A delightful dessert made with fresh strawberries, airy whipped cream, and fluffy egg whites, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh strawberries Use seasonal strawberries for best flavor.
- 1/2 cup sugar Adjust sweetness to taste.
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice Brightens flavor and stabilizes mousse.
- 1 cup heavy cream Do not overwhip.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large egg whites Room temperature for better whipping.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a blender, combine the strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth.
- In a mixing bowl, pour in the heavy cream and vanilla extract. Whip until soft peaks form.
- In another bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the strawberry puree into the whipped cream. Next, fold in the beaten egg whites until well combined.
- Spoon the mixture into serving dishes or cups. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to let it set properly.
Notes
Serve chilled, garnished with fresh strawberry slices or a dollop of whipped cream. Can also sprinkle mint leaves on top.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 20mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g