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Strawberry Mousse

Irresistibly Light Strawberry Mousse: Easy & Egg-Free Treat

Discover this easy strawberry mousse recipe, a no-bake dessert that's light, satisfying, and adaptable for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mousse Base
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese or Coconut Cream Use thick cream cheese for richness or coconut cream for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Yogurt Adds tang and creaminess; can substitute with more cream cheese or coconut cream.
For Sweetening
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Feel free to use sugar-free alternatives.
For the Flavor
  • 5 medium Strawberries Fresh or thawed from frozen; drain frozen ones.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Bean Paste Optional for added flavor.

Equipment

  • blender
  • Mixing Bowls
  • measuring cups
  • Serving Dishes

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Let cream cheese or coconut cream sit at room temperature for 15 minutes, and thaw and drain frozen strawberries if using.
  2. Blend fresh strawberries in a blender until smooth.
  3. Combine pureed strawberries, softened cream cheese (or coconut cream), yogurt, and powdered sugar in the blender; blend until smooth.
  4. Check the consistency; if too dense, blend for another 30 seconds.
  5. Transfer the mixture to serving dishes, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  6. Garnish with fresh strawberries or crushed cookies before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 40mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure to use thick cream cheese or completely creamy coconut cream for the best texture. Fresh strawberries yield the best flavor; if using frozen, thaw and drain them entirely.

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