Ingredients
Method
Prepare the Mousse:
- In a mixing bowl, blend the 2 cups of sliced strawberries with 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar and the lemon juice until smooth. Strain the mixture to remove seeds if desired.
- In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin powder over the cold water and let it bloom for about 5 minutes.
- Gently heat the gelatin mixture in the microwave for about 10-15 seconds or until dissolved, ensuring it doesn’t boil. Stir this into the strawberry puree.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream with the remaining 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Fold the whipped cream into the strawberry puree until well combined.
- Spoon the mousse into serving glasses and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours until set.
Make the Strawberry Sauce:
- Blend the cup of fresh strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice together until smooth.
- You can strain the sauce for a smoother texture or leave it as is for a chunkier version.
- Refrigerate the sauce until ready to serve.
Assemble and Serve:
- Once the mousse has set, remove from the fridge.
- Top each serving of mousse with the strawberry sauce just before serving. Garnish with whole strawberries or mint leaves if desired.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes | Servings: 4