Light Strawberry Mousse Recipe

Escape the heat with this light and fluffy, low-fat strawberry mousse! A refreshing and healthy dessert perfect for a warm day, this recipe from "Great Good Food" is surprisingly easy to make. Indulge in guilt-free deliciousness.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 540 mins
Calories 149.4 kcal
Protein 14g
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Ingredients for Light Strawberry Mousse

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How to Make Light Strawberry Mousse

  1. In a medium bowl, beat the heavy cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until the sugar dissolves.
  3. Gently fold the whipped cream into the sugar mixture until just combined.
  4. Hull and slice the strawberries. Puree half of the strawberries using a food processor or blender.
  5. Gently fold the strawberry puree into the cream mixture.
  6. Fold in the remaining sliced strawberries.
  7. Spoon the mousse into individual serving dishes or a larger bowl.
  8. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the mousse to set completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

109g

Fat

1g

Carbs

9g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Light Strawberry Mousse?

Light Strawberry Mousse takes about 560 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 540 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Light Strawberry Mousse?

Light Strawberry Mousse has approximately 149.4 calories per serving, with about 14 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Light Strawberry Mousse?

The key ingredients for Light Strawberry Mousse are Fresh Strawberries, Orange Juice, Lemon Juice, Unflavored Gelatin, Water, Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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