Description
Strawberry mousse is a delightful dessert that combines the rich creaminess of cream cheese or coconut cream with the fresh, fruity flavor of strawberries. This light and airy treat is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese or coconut cream
- 4 ounces yogurt or additional cream cheese/coconut cream
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 5 medium-sized strawberries
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla bean paste (optional)
- Greek yogurt (optional for substitution)
- Strawberry extract (optional)
Instructions
- Wash the strawberries thoroughly and pat them dry.
- Remove the green stems and chop the strawberries into small pieces.
- Blend the chopped strawberries into a smooth puree.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese or coconut cream with yogurt and blend until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar to the cream cheese mixture and beat until fluffy.
- Gently fold the strawberry puree into the cream cheese mixture.
- Spoon the mousse into serving dishes and cover with plastic wrap.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Garnish with fresh strawberries and serve.
Notes
- Strawberry mousse can last in the fridge for about 3 to 5 days.
- It can be made ahead of time for better flavor.
- Substitutes for cream cheese include Greek yogurt and coconut cream.
- Ensure strawberries are ripe for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: strawberry mousse, dessert, easy recipe, creamy dessert