Strawberry Mascarpone Mousse : Creamy No-Bake Summer Dessert
This Strawberry Mascarpone Mousse is a light, creamy dessert that highlights the sweetness of fresh strawberries with the richness of mascarpone cheese. It’s smooth, fluffy, and naturally elegant—perfect for summer dinners, brunches, or whenever you want a simple make-ahead treat. With no baking required and just a few ingredients, it’s an easy way to impress with flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- chill time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
1 tbsp lemon juice
2–3 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
½ cup cold heavy cream
½ cup mascarpone cheese, softened
½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
In a blender or food processor, purée strawberries with lemon juice and sugar until smooth.
In a bowl, beat mascarpone with vanilla until smooth and creamy.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to soft peaks.
Fold the strawberry purée into the mascarpone, then gently fold in the whipped cream until fully combined.
Spoon into glasses or jars. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
Optional: Garnish with extra berries, mint, or crushed cookies.
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Protein: 3g