Strawberry Mousse with Chocolate Ganache – A Dreamy Valentine’s Day Dessert
Ingredients
Strawberry Mousse:
- Fresh Strawberries - 2 cups (chopped)
- Sugar - 2 Tbsp
- Heavy Whipping Cream - 1/4 cup
- Gelatin Powder - 1 tsp
- White Chocolate Chips - 3/4 cup
- Heavy Whipping Cream - 2 cups
- Fresh Strawberries - garnish
Chocolate Ganache:
- Heavy Whipping Cream - 1/2 cup
- Chocolate Chips - 1 cup
Indulge in the perfect Valentine’s Day treat with this easy Strawberry Mousse recipe topped with rich Chocolate Ganache. Light, airy, and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor, this no-bake dessert is both elegant and effortless to make.
The creamy mousse is made with a luscious blend of pureed strawberries, whipped cream, and white chocolate, creating a silky texture that melts in your mouth. Topped with a smooth layer of chocolate ganache, this dessert strikes the perfect balance between fruity freshness and decadent richness.
Watch our recipe video for step by step instructions on how to make Strawberry Mousse. We’ve included demonstrations and pro tips to help you out in the kitchen! For our Strawberry Mousse calories and nutrition information, see the recipe card below.
Instructions
How to Make Strawberry Mousse:
1) To start, add 2 cups of fresh chopped strawberries to a blender.
2) Add 2 Tbsp of sugar and blend into a smooth puree. Set aside for later.
PRO TIP: Pour the puree to a fine sieve so the puree doesn't have any seeds or lumps!
3) In a small sauce pan, add 1/4 cup of Heavy Whipping Cream and 1 tsp of gelatin powder.
4) Bring this mixture to a simmer - look for small bubbles forming on the side of the pan.
PRO TIP: Don’t let the cream boil.
5) In a small mixing bowl, add 3/4 cup white chocolate chips.
6) Pour the hot cream / gelatin mixture over the white chocolate chips and mix until well combined and smooth. Set aside for later.
7) In a large mixing bowl, whip 2 cups of Heavy Whipping Cream into soft peaks.
PRO TIP: Make sure the whipping cream, bowl and whisk are cold before starting.
8) Add the strawberry puree and white chocolate mixture into the whipping cream and fold / mix well to incorporate. You can also add food coloring at this point if you want to!
9) Spoon off the mousse to individual cups and keep in a refrigerator to set for at least 5 hours.
How to Make Chocolate Ganache:
10) In a small mixing bowl, add 1 cup of chocolate chips.
11) In a sauce pan over low heat, add 1/2 cup Heavy Whipping Cream and bring it to a light simmer.
PRO TIP: Don’t let the cream boil.
12) Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips, cover and let it rest / melt for 5 minutes. Remove the lid and mix until smooth.
13) Spread the cooled ganache over the strawberry mouse and add fresh cut strawberries to garnish! Be sure to serve chilled.
Happy Valentine's Day!
Indulge in the perfect Valentine’s Day treat with this easy Strawberry Mousse recipe topped with rich Chocolate Ganache. Light, airy, and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor, this no-bake dessert is both elegant and effortless to make.
The creamy mousse is made with a luscious blend of pureed strawberries, whipped cream, and white chocolate, creating a silky texture that melts in your mouth. Topped with a smooth layer of chocolate ganache, this dessert strikes the perfect balance between fruity freshness and decadent richness.
Watch our recipe video for step by step instructions on how to make Strawberry Mousse. We’ve included demonstrations and pro tips to help you out in the kitchen! For our Strawberry Mousse calories and nutrition information, see the recipe card below.
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