- Watery bottom.
- Gelatin didn't set or fruit too wet.
- Lumpy mousse.
- Temper gelatin!
Light Strawberry Mousse Cake
Strawberry Mousse is summer essence. Puree lightened with whipped cream, held by gelatin. Cloud-like.
Ingredients
1
layer
Sponge Cake
1
lb
Fresh Strawberries
1 1/4
cups
Powdered Sugar
3/4
cup
Heavy Cream
1 1/2
packets (3.5 tsp)
Gelatin Powder
1/4
cup
Water
1
tbsp
Lemon Juice
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Equipment Needed
- Blender
- Whisk
- Springform pan
Allergen Information
Milk
Wheat
Egg
Instructions
1
✓
Puree berries with sugar/lemon.
Tip: Lemon brightens flavor.
2
✓
Bloom/melt gelatin. Temper with puree. Mix.
Tip: Avoids shock.
3
✓
Whip cream. Fold in.
Tip: Bubbles = mousse.
4
✓
Pour over sponge. Chill 4 hrs.
Tip: Setting time.
5
✓
Unmold. Decorate.
Tip: Fresh fruit.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 1 layer Sponge Cake
- 1 lb Fresh Strawberries
- 1 1/4 cups Powdered Sugar
- 3/4 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 1/2 packets (3.5 tsp) Gelatin Powder
- 1/4 cup Water
- 1 tbsp Lemon Juice