Strawberry Mousse
Strawberry Mousse is a beautiful and delicious dessert filled with fresh strawberry flavor with a creamy texture. This easy strawberry mousse recipe has only 5 simple ingredients and is made in just 5 easy steps. Best of all, this creamy dessert is naturally sweetened with honey!
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Serve this cute pink treat on special occasions like Valentine's Day or any time you need an easy, healthy dessert.
This delicious Strawberry Mousse recipe has loads of fruity flavor. This fresh strawberry dessert gets all of its taste from the natural sweetness of sweet strawberries and just a touch of sugar from the honey.
You don't have to wait for strawberry season, either, as this dessert is great any time of the year. Fresh strawberries are the best, but you can use frozen if they are out of season.
Making your own homemade mousse is so satisfying and it only takes a few simple steps. You'll have restaurant quality creamy Strawberry Mousse in no time!
With no refined sugar, this fresh Strawberry Mousse recipe is the perfect way to get fruits in your kids' diets and have them love it too! It also makes for a fancy dessert for after a family gathering or in-house date night with your spouse.
This airy Strawberry Mousse recipe is a great template to experiment with different flavors. You can easily get similar results with using lemon juice to make a lemon mousse, or chocolate for a chocolate mousse. Alternatively, you can use maple syrup to get your sweetness as opposed to honey, if you prefer, though you will get a slightly different taste.
Why You'll Love this Recipe:
Light and creamy: Whipped cream and Greek yogurt create a silky, cloud-like texture.
Naturally sweetened: Made with honey and fresh strawberries, no refined sugar needed.
Fresh strawberry flavor: Blending the whole fruit keeps every bit of natural sweetness and color.
Quick to make: Only 10 minutes of prep time before chilling.
Healthier twist: Greek yogurt adds protein and a subtle tang for balance.
Elegant yet simple: Beautiful enough for guests, easy enough for an everyday treat.
Ingredients to Make Strawberry Mousse:
- fresh strawberries. Fresh, ripe strawberries give the best flavor and color. If using frozen, thaw and drain them first to avoid excess water.
- honey. Adds gentle sweetness while keeping the mousse naturally sweetened. Maple syrup can be used for a slightly deeper flavor.
- vanilla extract. Enhances the fruit flavor, pure vanilla works best.
- greek yogurt. Adds creaminess and a subtle tang that complements the strawberries. Full-fat yogurt makes the mousse richer and smoother.
- heavy whipping cream. Whipped to stiff peaks, it gives the mousse its airy, fluffy texture. Keep the cream cold for best results.
How to Make Strawberry Mousse:
- Hull the strawberries and place them in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth.
- Add the honey and vanilla extract to the strawberry purée and blend again until fully combined.
- In a separate mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream with a hand mixer until stiff peaks form.
- Fold in the Greek yogurt gently, then pour in the strawberry mixture and fold again until everything is evenly combined.
- Spoon the mousse into small dessert cups or jars and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours, or until chilled and lightly set.
- Serve topped with fresh strawberries or an extra swirl of whipped cream if desired.
Notes & Tips:
- Use chilled ingredients: Cold cream and yogurt whip up faster and hold their texture better.
- Don't over blend the strawberries: Blend just until smooth to preserve color and prevent excess air bubbles.
- Whip to stiff peaks: The whipped cream should hold firm peaks, this helps the mousse stay light but stable.
- Fold gently: Use a spatula to fold the yogurt and strawberry mixture into the whipped cream to keep it airy.
- Adjust sweetness: Taste the mixture before chilling and add more honey if your strawberries aren't very sweet.
- Chill to set: Refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours before serving so the mousse thickens and the flavors blend.
- Presentation tip: Serve in small glass cups or jars topped with sliced strawberries, mint leaves, or shaved chocolate.
- Make ahead: The mousse can be made a day in advance, just keep it refrigerated and covered until ready to serve.
Serving Suggestions:
- Homemade Unsweetened Almond Milk
- Peanut Butter Yogurt Dip
- Cinnamon Apples
- Homemade Hot Chocolate
- Peanut Butter Banana Cookies
How to Store:
Refrigerator: Store strawberry mousse in an airtight container or covered dessert cups for up to 3 days. Keep chilled until ready to serve.
Freezer: Not recommended, as the whipped cream may separate once thawed and affect the texture.
Make ahead: Perfect for preparing the night before, just cover tightly and refrigerate until serving. The texture will remain light and creamy.
FAQs:
Yes, just thaw and drain them well before blending to prevent the mousse from becoming watery.
Yes, maple syrup or agave both work well as substitutes for honey.
It's likely the cream wasn't whipped enough. Make sure it forms stiff peaks before folding in the other ingredients.
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Strawberry Mousse
Ingredients
- 16 ounces fresh strawberries
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup greek yogurt
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Hull the strawberries and place them in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth.
- Add the honey and vanilla extract to the strawberry purée and blend again until fully combined.
- In a separate mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream with a hand mixer until stiff peaks form.
- Fold in the Greek yogurt gently, then pour in the strawberry mixture and fold again until everything is evenly combined.
- Spoon the mousse into small dessert cups or jars and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours, or until chilled and lightly set.
- Serve topped with fresh strawberries or an extra swirl of whipped cream if desired.
Nutrition
Notes
- Use chilled ingredients: Cold cream and yogurt whip up faster and hold their texture better.
- Don't over blend the strawberries: Blend just until smooth to preserve color and prevent excess air bubbles.
- Whip to stiff peaks: The whipped cream should hold firm peaks, this helps the mousse stay light but stable.
- Fold gently: Use a spatula to fold the yogurt and strawberry mixture into the whipped cream to keep it airy.
- Adjust sweetness: Taste the mixture before chilling and add more honey if your strawberries aren't very sweet.
- Chill to set: Refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours before serving so the mousse thickens and the flavors blend.
- Presentation tip: Serve in small glass cups or jars topped with sliced strawberries, mint leaves, or shaved chocolate.
- Make ahead: The mousse can be made a day in advance, just keep it refrigerated and covered until ready to serve.
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