Light Strawberry Mousse is a delightful dessert that combines the delicate flavor of strawberries with a creamy and airy mousse texture. Perfect for any occasion, this luscious treat is not only visually appealing but also incredibly easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dessert that will impress your family and friends. Whether you're looking for a refreshing summer treat or a special dessert for a dinner party, this light strawberry mousse is sure to be a hit.
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LIGHT STRAWBERRY MOUSSE
I enjoy making this light and refreshing dessert for my husband and two young boys. They eat it up as fast as I can make it!-Julie Gesicki, Tracyton, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 10m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Dissolve gelatin in water; place in a blender. Add strawberries; cover and puree until smooth. Add sour cream and ice cream; puree until smooth. Fold in whipped topping. Pour into a serving dish or individual dessert dishes. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 86 calories, Fat 2g fat, Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 45mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate, Fiber 3g protein.
LIGHT STRAWBERRY MOUSSE
A light and fluffy low-fat mousse. A fresh-tasting healthy dessert on a warm day. From "Great Good Food". Cook time includes time for chilling.
Provided by OzMan
Categories Dessert
Time 9h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a blender or food processor, puree strawberries with orange juice and lemon juice until smooth.
- Set aside.
- In blender or food processor, puree cottage cheese and yogurt until smooth.
- Set aside.
- Put water in small saucepan.
- Stir in gelatin; let stand for 1 minute.
- Dissolve over low heat, stirring constantly.
- Add 1/3 cup sugar.
- Cook and stir until sugar has completely dissolved and mixture has thickened slightly.
- Place in a large bowl; whisk until just warm to the touch.
- Do not allow it to jell.
- Slowly whisk strawberry puree and yogurt-cottage cheese puree into the gelatin mixture.
- Place in the freezer for 30-40 minutes, or until quite thick but not set.
- Whisk occasionally so that lumps don't form.
- Beat egg white until soft peaks form.
- Add 1 T.
- sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold beaten egg white into strawberry-gelatin mixture, blending thoroughly.
- Transfer to a serving bowl or to 4 individual serving bowls.
- Chill for at least 8 hours before serving.
Tips:
- For a lighter mousse, use nonfat milk and yogurt instead of heavy cream.
- Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract or almond extract for extra flavor.
- To make a chocolate mousse, add 1/4 cup of cocoa powder to the mixture.
- For a fruitier mousse, add 1/2 cup of your favorite berries to the mixture.
- If you don't have a piping bag, you can spoon the mousse into individual serving dishes.
- Chill the mousse for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Garnish the mousse with fresh berries, whipped cream, or chocolate shavings before serving.
Conclusion:
This light strawberry mousse is a delicious and refreshing dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you prefer a classic strawberry mousse or a chocolate or berry variation, this recipe is sure to please. So next time you are looking for a light and flavorful dessert, give this strawberry mousse a try. You won't be disappointed!
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