Description
Strawberry Mousse Cake is a light and elegant dessert that features a soft cake base topped with silky, fresh strawberry mousse. Bursting with fruity flavor and beautiful layers, this cake is perfect for spring and summer celebrations or any time you’re craving a sweet, refreshing treat. It’s easy to make ahead and always impresses.
Ingredients
- For the cake base:
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- For the strawberry mousse:
- 2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries, hulled
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 2 ½ tsp unflavored gelatin
- 3 tbsp cold water
- 1 cup heavy cream, chilled
- 1 tsp lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
- Optional toppings:
- Fresh strawberries
- Whipped cream
- Mint leaves
- Strawberry glaze or jam
Instructions
Make the cake base:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a springform pan with parchment paper.
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Beat eggs and sugar together until light and fluffy.
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Gently fold in flour, baking powder, salt, and vanilla until smooth.
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Pour into pan and bake 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
Make the strawberry mousse:
5. Puree strawberries until smooth.
6. In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cold water and let sit for 5 minutes.
7. Warm gelatin gently until dissolved. Stir into strawberry puree with sugar and lemon juice.
8. Whip heavy cream to stiff peaks. Gently fold into cooled strawberry mixture until combined.
9. Pour mousse over cooled cake base and smooth the top.
10. Chill for at least 4 hours (or overnight) until set.
Finish and serve:
11. Top with fresh strawberries, whipped cream, mint leaves, or a drizzle of strawberry glaze before serving.
Notes
- Use a graham cracker or biscuit base for a twist on the cake layer.
- Swap strawberries for raspberry or mango puree for variation.
- Chill the cake overnight for best texture and flavor.
- To lighten it up, reduce sugar and top with unsweetened whipped cream.
