Mini Strawberry Mousse Pie

Mini Strawberry Mousse Pie are for days when you feel like indulging in something sweet and simple.

Strawberry is a summer berry and aren’t cheap as well. But these days, there is nothing called as seasonal and expensive. We find a lot of fresh produce year around. So why not take advantage and incorporate these ingredients in our everyday eating.

Strawberries are a good source of Vitamin C which can improve your resistance against the cold/ changing weather.

This no fuss, no bake recipe will get you a lot accolades for sure!

Ingredients:

Strawberry Mousse filling:

• 3 tbsp fresh Lemon juice
• 2 & 1/4 tsp powdered Gelatin (or standard .25 oz packet)
• 2 cups of fresh Strawberries
• 1/2 cup powdered Sugar
• 4 cups Whipped cream (available in store or can be made at home)

Pie Crust:

• 12 Graham cracker mini pie crusts (available in store or can be prepared from scratch)

Directions:

1. In a small bowl, add the lemon juice and gelatin. Set aside and allow the gelatin to soften.
2. In a blender/ food processor, puree 2 cups of strawberries (remove the stems) until smooth.
3. On medium heat, place a medium sized pot, combine the strawberry puree and powdered sugar. Allow the mixture to cook until the edges bubble.
4. Now add the gelatin (it will be thick) and stir about a minute.
5. Pour the puree into a large bowl and allow it to cool to room temperature.
6. Once the puree is at room temperature, gently fold the puree into whipped cream, mixing until a uniform filling is obtained.
7. Arrange the pie crusts on a tray and pour the filling into each of them.
8. Loosely cover the tray and refrigerate for about 4 hours or up to overnight.
9. Enjoy individual these light mini pies after a heavy meal! 😉