Description
This Easy Strawberry Marshmallow Mousse is a delightful dessert made with sweet marshmallows, creamy whipped cream, and fresh strawberries. It’s light, airy, and the perfect no-bake treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries (or strawberry puree)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp strawberry gelatin (optional, for extra color and flavor)
- Fresh strawberries for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries:
- If using fresh strawberries, chop them finely or blend them into a puree using a blender or food processor. Set aside.
- Whip the Cream:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream with an electric mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
- Melt the Marshmallows:
- In a separate saucepan, heat the mini marshmallows over low heat with a splash of water (about 2 tbsp) until they melt and become smooth. Stir constantly to prevent burning. Once melted, remove from the heat and allow it to cool for a few minutes.
- Mix the Marshmallow with Strawberries:
- Add the melted marshmallow mixture into the strawberry puree or chopped strawberries and mix until well combined. If you’re using strawberry gelatin, add it in now to enhance the flavor and color of the mousse.
- Combine with Whipped Cream:
- Gently fold the strawberry-marshmallow mixture into the whipped cream using a spatula. Be careful not to deflate the whipped cream—fold until the mixture is smooth and fully incorporated.
- Chill the Mousse:
- Spoon the mousse into individual serving dishes or one large bowl. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let the mousse set and become firm.
- Serve:
- Garnish with fresh strawberries on top before serving for an extra touch of color and flavor.
Notes
- For a more intense strawberry flavor, you can add extra strawberry puree or even a few drops of strawberry extract.
- You can make this mousse ahead of time, and it will keep in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For a fun variation, try adding a few crushed graham crackers or crumbled cookies on top as a crunchy garnish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the mousse
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg