Decadent Strawberry Mousse Cake Recipe: A Light and Creamy Delight
Indulge in the ultimate summer dessert with this Strawberry Mousse Cake, a perfect blend of fluffy sponge cake, rich strawberry mousse, and a hint of liqueur. This easy-to-follow recipe is ideal for special occasions or a sweet weekend treat. Follow our step-by-step guide to create a dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 4 sponge cake layers
For the Strawberry Syrup:
- 3/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup strawberry liqueur
For the Strawberry Mousse:
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 1/2 tablespoons gelatin
- 2 pints fresh strawberries
- 1/4 – 1/3 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream (chilled)
- 5 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Preparation
Prepare the Cake:
Heat the 4 sponge cake layers briefly to soften. Cool completely, then slice each layer horizontally into two even pieces. Trim any uneven edges for a polished look.
Make the Strawberry Syrup:
Combine water, sugar, and strawberry liqueur in a saucepan. Heat on medium until sugar dissolves. Set aside to cool.
Prepare the Strawberry Mousse:
Sprinkle gelatin over 1/4 cup water and let bloom for 5-10 minutes. Hull and slice strawberries, then puree with sugar in a food processor. Heat bloomed gelatin until dissolved, avoiding boiling. In a chilled bowl, whisk heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in strawberry puree and gelatin until combined. Chill for 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
Assemble the Cake:
Line a cake platter with foil. Brush each cake layer with strawberry syrup. Stack layers, spreading strawberry mousse between each. Frost the top and sides with remaining mousse. Decorate with fresh strawberries and press cake crumbs onto the sides. Remove foil and chill until ready to serve.
Enjoy this light and creamy Strawberry Mousse Cake, perfect for any celebration!
