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Fluffy Strawberry Mousse Cups

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A light and airy strawberry mousse dessert topped with whipped cream, perfect for any occasion and easy to make with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and roughly chopped
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar (65g)
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold (240ml)
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (15g)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon gelatin powder (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons cold water

Instructions

  1. Rinse and hull about 2 cups (about 300g) of fresh strawberries. Roughly chop and place in a food processor or blender. Add 1/3 cup (65g) granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon (15ml) lemon juice. Blend until smooth but still slightly textured. Set aside.
  2. If using gelatin, sprinkle 1 teaspoon (about 3g) gelatin powder over 2 tablespoons (30ml) cold water in a small bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes to bloom.
  3. Warm the bloomed gelatin gently in the microwave for about 10 seconds or over a double boiler until melted. Stir well and quickly mix into the strawberry puree.
  4. In a chilled mixing bowl, pour 1 cup (240ml) cold heavy whipping cream. Add 2 tablespoons (15g) powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Whip on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
  5. Gently fold about one-third of the whipped cream into the strawberry puree to lighten it. Then fold in the remaining whipped cream until fully combined, keeping as much air as possible.
  6. Spoon or pipe the mousse evenly into serving cups or glasses. Tap gently to settle and smooth the tops.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set and chilled.
  8. Just before serving, whip a little extra cream with powdered sugar and vanilla for topping. Pipe or dollop over each mousse cup and garnish with a fresh strawberry or mint leaf.

Notes

Keep all cream and bowls cold for best whipping results. Fold whipped cream gently to maintain airiness. Gelatin is optional for firmer mousse. Use frozen strawberries thawed and drained if fresh are unavailable. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with chilled full-fat coconut cream.

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