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Strawberry Mousse Recipe

4 from 24 reviews

This refreshing Strawberry Mousse is a quick and easy no-bake dessert that combines creamy textures with the natural sweetness of fresh strawberries. Perfect for a light treat, it can be made with cream cheese or dairy-free coconut cream, making it versatile for different dietary preferences.

Ingredients

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Primary Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese or coconut cream
  • 4 oz yogurt (or additional cream cheese or coconut cream)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (or sugar free alternative)
  • 5 medium size strawberries
  • Optional: 1/4 tsp vanilla bean paste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the base: If using cream cheese, allow it to come to room temperature for smooth blending. If using coconut cream, open the can and ensure it is thick and creamy; discard if the cream is flakey or hard.
  2. Prep the strawberries: Remove stems from the strawberries and blend or mash them until they reach a smooth puree consistency.
  3. Combine and blend: Add the pureed strawberries, cream cheese or coconut cream, yogurt (or additional cream cheese/coconut cream), powdered sugar, and vanilla bean paste (if using) into a food processor, blender, or use a hand mixer. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
  4. Chill the mousse: Transfer the mousse to serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. The mousse will thicken considerably as it chills, providing a light, airy texture.

Notes

  • Make sure the coconut cream is creamy and not separated or flaky for the best mousse texture.
  • You can substitute powdered sugar with a sugar-free alternative to reduce sugar content.
  • For a vegan version, use coconut cream and a plant-based yogurt.
  • The mousse thickens as it chills, so be patient before serving.
  • Fresh strawberries enhance the flavor, but frozen can be used if thawed and drained properly.

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