Strawberry Mousse Cake
Introduction
Light, airy, and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor, this Strawberry Mousse Cake is the kind of dessert that feels elegant yet completely approachable. With its soft sponge base and silky smooth strawberry mousse layered on top, every bite melts delicately on the tongue. It’s the perfect centerpiece for birthdays, spring gatherings, or whenever you want something fruity and refreshing instead of heavy chocolate desserts. The beautiful pink hue alone is enough to impress — but the fresh, sweet-tart flavor is what truly makes it unforgettable.
Ingredients
For the Sponge Cake Base
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup (100 g / 3.5 oz) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (60 g / 2.1 oz) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) milk
- 1 tablespoon (14 g / 0.5 oz) melted butter
For the Strawberry Mousse
- 2 cups (300 g / 10.5 oz) fresh strawberries, hulled
- ½ cup (100 g / 3.5 oz) granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon (10 g / 0.35 oz) powdered gelatin
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) cold water
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy whipping cream (cold)
Optional Topping
- ½ cup (120 ml) whipped cream
- Fresh strawberries for garnish
- Mint leaves
Instructions
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