Description
Strawberry Mousse Cake combines a fluffy sponge cake base with a creamy strawberry mousse filling, topped with fresh strawberries. This light, airy, and indulgent dessert is perfect for celebrations or a sweet treat with family and friends.
Ingredients
- For the sponge cake:
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- For the strawberry mousse:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, pureed
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp gelatin powder (unflavored)
- ¼ cup cold water
- For the strawberry topping (optional):
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 2 tbsp sugar
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
- For the sponge cake: Beat the eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy, about 5-7 minutes. Add vanilla extract. Gradually fold in the sifted dry ingredients. Pour the batter into the cake pan and bake for 20-25 minutes. Let the cake cool completely on a wire rack.
- For the strawberry mousse: Bloom gelatin in cold water for 5 minutes. Microwave for 10-15 seconds until liquid. Whip the cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Puree the strawberries, strain to remove seeds, and mix with gelatin. Gently fold in the whipped cream.
- Assemble the cake: Place the cooled sponge cake on a serving platter. Spread the mousse evenly over the cake. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours to set.
- For the topping: Toss the sliced strawberries with sugar and let them macerate for 15-20 minutes. Decorate the top of the mousse cake with the strawberries.
- Serve: Slice and serve the cake chilled. Enjoy the light, creamy texture with fresh strawberry flavor!
Notes
- For a mixed berry mousse, substitute strawberries with raspberries, blueberries, or blackberries.
- For a dual-flavor cake, add a chocolate mousse layer beneath the strawberry mousse.
- Use almond flour-based cake for a nutty, gluten-free alternative.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
