Vegan Strawberry Mousse
🌱 Vegan Strawberry Mousse 🍓
This Vegan Strawberry Mousse is a pink, airy cup you can eat with a spoon. Whipped aquafaba gives it that foamy, cloud-like texture. Fresh strawberry puree makes it taste like berries, not boxed gelatin. A dollop of vegan cream and a slice of strawberry on top and it looks like a bakery dessert.
I love how light this is after a heavy dinner. Chill the glasses so the mousse sets with those tiny bubbles still on top. 💚
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Why You’ll Love This Mousse 💚
- 🌱 Completely vegan
- 🍓 Real strawberry flavor
- ☁️ Light and airy
- 🥄 Pretty in glasses
- ❄️ Make-ahead dessert
- 🍋 No dairy, no eggs
The Secret to Mousse That Stays Fluffy
The aquafaba has to be whipped to stiff peaks before the strawberry goes in. Fold, don’t stir, or you’ll knock the air out. Cool the puree first — warm fruit deflates the foam. Chill at least 2 hours so it sets instead of slumping.
Frequently Asked Questions ❓
What is aquafaba? 🥫
The liquid from a can of chickpeas. Whip it like egg whites.
Can I use coconut cream instead? 🥥
Yes. Whip chilled coconut cream with strawberry puree. It will be richer and less foamy.
How long does it keep? 🧊
Up to 2 days in the fridge. Add the cream and berries just before serving.
🌱 Vegan Strawberry Mousse
Ingredients 🛒
- 2 cups strawberries, hulled
- ⅓ cup sugar or maple syrup, divided
- ½ cup aquafaba (chickpea liquid)
- ½ teaspoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar (optional, helps it hold)
- Vegan whipped cream and extra strawberries, for topping
Instructions 👩🍳
- Blend the strawberries with 2 tablespoons of the sugar. Strain if you want it extra smooth. Chill the puree.
- Whip the aquafaba, lemon juice, and cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
- Add the remaining sugar and vanilla. Whip to stiff, glossy peaks.
- Gently fold in the cold strawberry puree until the mousse is even pink.
- Spoon into glasses and chill at least 2 hours.
- Top with vegan whipped cream and strawberry slices.
Nutrition
| Nutrient | Per glass (1/4) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 90 |
| Protein | 1g |
| Net carbohydrates | 20g |
| Total carbohydrates | 22g |
| Fiber | 2g |
| Total fat | 0g |
| Sodium | 15mg |
Estimates based on strawberries, aquafaba, and sugar, without whipped topping. Exact numbers may vary.
Notes & Tips 💡
- A clean bowl is required. Any grease keeps aquafaba from whipping.
- If the puree is very watery, simmer it 5 minutes to thicken, then cool completely.
- Frozen strawberries work. Thaw and drain extra liquid first.
- Serve the same day for the lightest texture.
This Vegan Strawberry Mousse is pink, airy, and spoonable. A glass of berries that feels like a treat. 🍓🌱
If you make it, I’d love to hear how it turned out — leave a comment or tag me!
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