Easy Strawberry Mousse (No Gelatin)
Make this fluffy, easy strawberry mousse with just 3 ingredients – no gelatin, no baking, and ready to chill in minutes!
This strawberry mousse is a simple, no-bake dessert that comes together with just three ingredients. It’s creamy, fruity, and wonderfully light – perfect for spring and summer entertaining or when you need a quick make-ahead treat. Blended strawberries bring fresh flavour, sweetened condensed milk adds richness, and whipped cream gives it that dreamy, mousse-like texture.
Unlike traditional mousse, which often includes eggs or gelatin for a firm, structured set, this version is softer and more cloud-like. It holds its shape in a glass but stays light and spoonable – closer to a whipped fruit cream than a dense, set mousse.
There’s no need for gelatin, eggs, or baking – just blend, whip, fold, and chill. It’s the kind of dessert that looks elegant in individual glasses but takes hardly any time to prepare.
Tips for Best Results:
- Use ripe strawberries for the best flavour and natural sweetness. If using frozen, thaw completely before blending.
- Don’t worry about straining. This version is designed to be easy and rustic – seeds are fine and add a little texture.
- Taste the strawberry purée. Depending on your berries, you may want to adjust the sweetness slightly by adding a little more condensed milk.
- Keep your cream very cold. Cold cream whips faster and holds its shape, which is key to a light, airy mousse.
- Fold gently. Avoid stirring too vigorously when combining the whipped cream with the purée to preserve the mousse’s volume.
- Chill thoroughly. The mousse needs at least 4 hours to set up with a smooth, spoonable texture.
- Storage. Refrigerate in individual covered servings or wrap the glasses with cling film. Best enjoyed within 2–3 days.
Ingredients & Substitutions:
- Strawberries – Fresh ripe strawberries give the best results. Frozen (thawed) berries also work. No need to strain unless you want a super-smooth mousse.
- Sweetened Condensed Milk – Provides richness and sweetness while helping bind the mixture. Use a dairy-free version for a lactose-free option.
- Heavy Cream – Must be at least 35% fat to whip properly. Keep it cold, and don’t overwhip. Avoid low-fat alternatives.
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Easy Strawberry Mousse
Yields: 4 servings | Prep time: 15 minutes | Chill time: 4 hours
Ingredients:
- 1 cup chopped strawberries (fresh or thawed from frozen)
- ¼ cup sweetened condensed milk
- ¾ cup heavy cream, very cold
Directions:
- Blend the Strawberries:
Place the chopped strawberries and sweetened condensed milk in a high-speed blender. Blend until smooth, about 1 minute. It’s okay if the mixture has some visible seeds. (Image 1) - Whip the Cream:
In a medium mixing bowl, beat the cold heavy cream with an electric mixer on high speed until soft peaks form. (Image 2) - Fold It All Together:
Add about a quarter of the strawberry mixture into the whipped cream and gently fold it in with a spatula. Continue folding in the remaining strawberry mixture in quarters, being careful not to deflate the whipped cream. - Chill and Serve:
Spoon the mousse into 4 small glasses or ramekins. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
Optional garnish:
Top with a swirl of whipped cream, a fresh strawberry slice, or mint for a pretty finish.
Easy Strawberry Mousse
Make this fluffy, easy strawberry mousse with just 3 ingredients – no gelatin, no baking, and ready to chill in minutes!
Ingredients
- 1 cup chopped strawberries (fresh or thawed from frozen)
- ¼ cup sweetened condensed milk
- ¾ cup heavy cream, very cold
Instructions
- Place the chopped strawberries and sweetened condensed milk in a high-speed blender. Blend until smooth, about 1 minute. It’s okay if the mixture has some visible
seeds. - In a medium mixing bowl, beat the cold heavy cream with an electric mixer on high speed until soft peaks form.
- Add about a quarter of the strawberry mixture into the whipped cream and gently fold it in with a spatula. Continue folding in the remaining strawberry mixture in
quarters, being careful not to deflate the whipped cream. - Spoon the mousse into 4 small glasses or ramekins. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
- Top with a swirl of whipped cream, a fresh strawberry slice, or mint for a pretty finish.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1/2 cupAmount Per Serving: Calories: 227Total Fat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 57mgSodium: 37mgCarbohydrates: 15gFiber: 1gSugar: 14gProtein: 3g
This information is provided as a courtesy and for entertainment purposes only. This information comes from online calculators. Although frugalmomeh.com attempts to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures are only estimates.
