Strawberry Mascarpone Mousse Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 8 ounces mascarpone cheese

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, and water. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
2. In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over 1/4 cup cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes.
3. Add the softened gelatin to the warm strawberry mixture and stir to combine. Remove from heat and let cool for about 5-10 minutes.
4. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat the heavy cream on medium-high speed until it holds stiff peaks.
5. In a separate large bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese until creamy and smooth.
6. Gradually fold the cooled strawberry mixture into the mascarpone, stirring to combine.
7. Gently fold in the whipped cream until well combined.
8. Spoon or pipe the mousse into glasses or ramekins and chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

Serving Suggestions

This Strawberry Mascarpone Mousse is a perfect summer treat! Serve it with some fresh berries on top, or crumble some shortbread cookies on it. Enjoy!

Verdict

This Strawberry Mascarpone Mousse is the perfect light, summery dessert! The mascarpone cheese gives it a subtle tanginess that pairs perfectly with the sweet strawberry flavor. The texture is light and airy, making it a refreshing treat on a hot summer day. It’s also relatively easy to make and can be made in advance, which is always a plus when entertaining guests.