Easy Strawberry Mousse Recipe

Name: Strawberry Mousse Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 200 min
Ingredients: 1 (16-ounce) carton fresh strawberries, (about 20 strawberries); 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, (softened); 1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt; 1 cup powdered sugar; 1 cup graham cracker crumbs; 1 (16-ounce) container Cool Whip

We can’t remember the first time we had Strawberry Mousse, but we do remember how much we loved it.

Since then, we’ve been wanting to come up with our own variation that is light, creamy, and so simple. We are happy to report that that our strawberry mousse recipe ended up even better than we could imagine. The best part is that it’s simple and beyond delicious!

Fresh strawberries blend with cream cheese and vanilla Greek yogurt for a pretty pink mousse layered over buttery graham crumbs. It’s easy but looks fancy enough for company and will be loved by all.

For more similar recipes, check out our Chocolate Mousse, Strawberry Shortcake, or Strawberry Nutella Cheesecakes.

Why we think you’ll love it:

No bake and make ahead. Perfect for parties and holidays.
Cute single servings. Easy to transport and serve.
Customizable. Swap berries or toppings to match the season.

Strawberry Mousse Ingredients

Fresh strawberries (1, 16 ounce carton, about 20): The star flavor and color, they blend into the mousse and also garnish each jar.
Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon): Rounds out the berry flavor and adds bakery style aroma.
Cream cheese, softened (1 package, 8 ounces): Gives the mousse body and a slight tang so it tastes rich and not overly sweet.
Vanilla Greek yogurt (1 cup): Lightens the texture, adds protein, and keeps the mousse creamy.
Powdered sugar (1 cup): Sweetens and dissolves smoothly for a velvety finish.
Graham cracker crumbs (1 cup): Buttery, cookie like base that adds texture and a little salt to balance the sweetness.
Cool Whip (1, 16 ounce container): Folds in for airy lift and makes an easy, stable topping. Or make our favorite Homemade Whipped Cream.

How to Make Strawberry Mousse

Add 12 strawberries and vanilla to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.

Strawberry mousse ingredients blended in food processor.

Strawberry mousse filling mixed together in bowl.

Add cream cheese, Greek yogurt and powdered sugar and mix until combined well. Pour into a bowl and fold in half of the whipped cream until combined.

Graham cracker crumbs in bottom of glass jar.

Strawberries on the sides of glass jars for strawberry mousse recipe.

Press 2 tablespoons of crushed graham crackers into the bottom of 8 jars. Thinly slice 8 strawberries and arrange 4 slices around the outer edge of the jar and above the crumbs.

Mousse filled to the top of glass jar with strawberries in it.

Spoon or pipe strawberry mousse into jars making sure to slightly bang down to get rid of air bubbles.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours (or overnight). Before serving, dollop whipped cream onto the tops of each jar and add a piece of strawberry, if desired.

Kristyn’s Recipe Tips

For the prettiest jars, press crumbs firmly so they hold a neat layer and do not float into the mousse.
Chill at least 3 to 4 hours, overnight is even better for clean layers and set texture.
Pipe the mousse to avoid smearing the strawberry slices on the jar sides.

Make ahead up to 24 hours; add the whipped topping and fresh strawberry garnish just before serving.

Close up image of strawberry mousse in glass jar with strawberry on top.

Strawberry mousse in glass jars with strawberries on top.

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Strawberry Mousse Recipe

By: Kristyn Merkley

Strawberry Mousse cups layer fresh berries, a smooth cream cheese filling, and graham crumbs, an easy make ahead treat everyone loves.

Servings: 8

Prep: 20

Referigerate: 3

Total: 3 20

Ingredients

▢ 1 (16-ounce) carton fresh strawberries, about 20 strawberries
▢ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
▢ 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
▢ 1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt
▢ 1 cup powdered sugar
▢ 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
▢ 1 (16-ounce) container Cool Whip

Instructions

Add 12 strawberries and vanilla to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Add cream cheese, Greek yogurt and powdered sugar and mix until combined well. Pour into a bowl and fold in half of the whipped cream until combined.
Press 2 tablespoons of crushed graham crackers into the bottom of 8 jars. Thinly slice 8 strawberries and arrange 4 slices around the outer edge of the jar and above the crumbs.
Spoon or pipe strawberry mousse into jars making sure to slightly bang down to get rid of air bubbles. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours (or overnight).
Before serving, dollop whipped cream onto the tops of each jar and add a piece of strawberry, if desired.

Notes

For the prettiest jars, press crumbs firmly so they hold a neat layer and do not float into the mousse.

Chill at least 3 to 4 hours, overnight is even better for clean layers and set texture.

Pipe the mousse to avoid smearing the strawberry slices on the jar sides.

Make ahead up to 24 hours; add the whipped topping and fresh strawberry garnish just before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 128kcal, Carbohydrates: 27g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 0.2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g, Cholesterol: 1mg, Sodium: 79mg, Potassium: 46mg, Fiber: 0.4g, Sugar: 21g, Vitamin A: 2IU, Vitamin C: 0.1mg, Calcium: 9mg, Iron: 0.4mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.