Description
Indulge in the light and dreamy delight of 4-Ingredient Strawberry Mousse! This refreshing dessert is a perfect blend of fresh strawberries, cream, sugar, and cornstarch, creating a fluffy texture that melts in your mouth. Ideal for summer gatherings or as a luscious cake filling, this easy recipe will impress guests with its elegant presentation and delightful taste. With just four simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can whip up this airy mousse that’s not only delicious but also customizable with optional flavors like vanilla or mint. Serve it in individual glasses for an eye-catching treat that’s sure to be the star of any occasion!
Ingredients
- 300g strawberries (about 10.5 oz)
- 140ml whipping cream (1/2 cup + 1 tbsp – dairy or plant-based)
- 50g sugar (1/4 cup)
- 35g cornstarch (1/3 cup)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Blend strawberries, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Pour into a saucepan over medium heat; whisk until thickened.
- Remove from heat, stir in vanilla (if using), cover with plastic wrap touching the surface, and chill for 1 hour.
- Whip cream in a mixing bowl until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold the chilled strawberry mixture into the whipped cream until well combined.
- Serve in glasses and garnish with fresh mint or additional strawberries if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mousse portion (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in different fruit purees or spices. Ensure your strawberries are ripe for the best sweetness. Use plant-based whipping cream for a dairy-free version.