Servings: 8-10
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Indulge in the delightful simplicity of this easy strawberry mousse, crafted with fresh ingredients for a light and airy dessert. Perfect for any occasion, this decadent treat showcases the vibrant flavors of spring, making it an ideal way to enjoy the bounty of ripe strawberries. If you’re a true strawberry lover, this mousse will surely impress you!
This strawberry mousse is a standout dessert, especially when made with fresh strawberries, and is aerated using the Galaxy Gas Whipped Cream Dispenser. Not only is it a fabulous dessert on its own, but you can also use it to elevate other recipes, including ice creams, cakes, and various sweet treats. Best of all, you can prepare it in advance and store it in the refrigerator until you’re ready to serve.
The mousse features the sweet and tangy notes of strawberries and boasts a brilliant red color, making it a stunning addition to your Valentine’s Day dinner or any romantic date night. Feel free to experiment with other berries, such as raspberries, blackberries, or blueberries, or add a hint of citrus zest for a refreshing twist!
Ingredients
- 500 grams unsweetened frozen strawberries
- 1 cup castor sugar
- 0.5 grams citric acid
- 1 cup strawberry juice
- ½ cup mineral water
- 3 gelatin sheets
- 1 gram xanthan gum
- 1 Galaxy Gas Whipped Cream Dispenser
- 1 Galaxy Gas Whipped Cream Charger
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: In a vacuum bag, combine the frozen strawberries, citric acid, and sugar. Seal the bag using a vacuum sealer.
- Sous Vide Cooking: Place the vacuum-sealed bag in a sous vide machine and cook at 150°F (65°C) for 2 hours. Once done, remove the bag and cool it in an ice bath.
- Bloom the Gelatin: Soak the gelatin sheets in ½ cup of water for 5-10 minutes until they bloom.
- Combine the Mixtures: In a bowl, remove the strawberry mixture from the vacuum bag. Strain the mixture into the bowl using a sieve, avoiding pressing too hard to keep the texture light.
- Prepare the Gelatin Mixture: In a separate container, mix the strawberry juice, bloomed gelatin sheets, and xanthan gum. Blend using a handheld mixer until smooth.
- Combine Everything: Add the mineral water to this mixture and whisk gently. Then, pour it all into the Galaxy Gas Whipped Cream Dispenser.
- Charge the Dispenser: Charge the dispenser with one Galaxy Gas Whipped Cream Charger. Shake it well at least ten times.
- Chill: Place the dispenser in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to chill.
- Serve: Dispense the mousse as needed. Get creative and use this strawberry mousse as a topping for desserts, drinks, or cakes.
Tips
- Understanding Sous Vide: The sous vide method involves sealing food in an airtight bag and cooking it in a water bath at a precise temperature. This technique preserves flavors and prevents the loss of nutrients, as the cooking is slow and gentle.
- Gelatin Troubleshooting: If you find gelatin tricky to work with, remember that allowing it to bloom in a small amount of water is crucial. Once bloomed, mix it into your larger mixture and heat slightly—avoid boiling it to maintain its properties.
- Using Frozen Strawberries: Freezing strawberries is a convenient way to enjoy them year-round. When properly frozen, they retain their nutritional value for up to a year and can be easily stored.
- Freezing Methods: You can freeze strawberries using several methods:
- Dry Pack Sweetened: Combine hulled berries with sugar (about ¾ cup per quart) and freeze.
- Sweet Syrup Pack: Make a sugar syrup (3 cups sugar to 4 cups water), cool it, and pour it over strawberries in containers.
- Tray Freezing: Spread washed strawberries on a tray and freeze until solid before transferring to bags or containers.
- Thawing Strawberries: Thawed strawberries lose firmness, making them perfect for blended recipes like mousse or cheesecake. Adjust sugar levels in your dessert when using sugar-frozen strawberries to achieve the desired sweetness.
With this strawberry mousse recipe, you’ll be able to enjoy a luxurious dessert that showcases the vibrant flavors of spring. Enjoy this delightful treat throughout the year, regardless of the season!