Layered Strawberry Mousse and Jelly Dessert

Layered Strawberry Mousse and Jelly Dessert

Ingredients:

**For the Strawberry Jelly Layer:**
– 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
– 1 cup water
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 2 tbsp unflavored gelatin powder
– 1/2 cup cold water

**For the Strawberry Mousse Layer:**
– 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1 tbsp lemon juice
– 2 tbsp unflavored gelatin powder
– 1/4 cup cold water
– 1 cup heavy cream, whipped

**For Garnish:**
– Fresh strawberries

Instructions:

1. **Prepare the Strawberry Jelly Layer:**
– In a blender, puree the strawberries with 1 cup of water until smooth.
– In a small saucepan, combine the strawberry puree and granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is heated through.
– In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over 1/2 cup of cold water. Let it sit for 5 minutes to bloom.
– Add the bloomed gelatin to the warm strawberry mixture and stir until completely dissolved.
– Pour the strawberry jelly mixture into a clear glass bowl or dessert dish. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.

2. **Prepare the Strawberry Mousse Layer:**
– In a blender, puree the strawberries until smooth.
– In a small saucepan, combine the strawberry puree, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is heated through.
– In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over 1/4 cup of cold water. Let it sit for 5 minutes to bloom.
– Add the bloomed gelatin to the warm strawberry mixture and stir until completely dissolved. Let it cool to room temperature.
– Gently fold the whipped cream into the cooled strawberry mixture until well combined.
– Carefully pour the strawberry mousse over the set jelly layer in the bowl. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.

3. **Garnish:**
– Before serving, garnish the top of the dessert with fresh strawberries.

Enjoy your delicious Layered Strawberry Mousse and Jelly Dessert!