4-Ingredient Strawberry Mousse – So Light, So Dreamy!
4-Ingredient Strawberry Mousse – So Light, So Dreamy! is a delightful summer dessert that captures the essence of fresh strawberries in a creamy, airy treat. With just four simple ingredients, this mousse is incredibly easy to prepare and can be enjoyed on its own or used as a luxurious cake filling. The vibrant strawberry flavor combined with a light, whipped cream texture makes it an irresistible choice for any occasion. Perfect for gatherings or as a refreshing end to a meal, this mousse is sure to impress friends and family alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 the strawberries, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a medium saucepan over medium heat and whisk constantly until thickened.
- Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract if desired, and let cool slightly before covering with plastic wrap. Chill in the fridge for 1 hour.
- In a mixing bowl, whip the cream until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold the chilled strawberry mixture into the whipped cream until well combined.
- Spoon into serving glasses and garnish with extra strawberries or mint.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (100g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg