Creme Strawberry Mousse Desserts

The humble strawberry was first bred from wild strawberry varieties in Brittany, France in the 1750s.

And as some folk have allergies to strawberries, a variety that states 'virtually allergen free' has evolved removing the red colour.

How about that! 

Creamy yellow-white-coloured strawberries!

This new cultivar is called 'Sofar'.

But let's use the deliciously fragrant and tasty red variety to make this 'Creme Strawberry Mousse Dessert'.

The dessert is not overly sweet.

The strawberry flavour sings loudly!

The tartness of the creme fraiche melds with the cream and berry puree to balance the taste buds brilliantly.

It is a fabulous, no-fuss fresh strawberry dessert that is so good you could eat it for breakfast, too!

I'm guilty of that!   :)

Recipe link is HERE.

You will need fresh strawberries.

I use seconds, as we are chopping them up and also pureeing them.

                    

You then mix the whipped cream and creme fraiche together.

Place half the strawberry puree through the creme mixture.

Then mix to blend together.

Place the creme  

mixture evenly between four large glasses.

Then pour the rest of the puree over the tops.

Top with more chopped fresh strawberries.

Place  a garnish of a viola flower on top 

or sprinkle top of desserts with a little more powdered icing sugar.

Creme Strawberry Mousse Desserts

Ingredients:

 3 and a 1/2 cups of hulled chopped fresh 

strawberries

1/2 cup (and extra to serve) powdered icing sugar

1 cup pure cream

1 extra teaspoon of powdered icing sugar

1 cup Creme Fraiche

To Make: 

Hull and dice the strawberries.

Place 2 cups of the diced strawberries into a blender with the icing sugar.

Blitz to a smooth puree until smooth.

Whip the cream with the extra 1 teaspoon of powdered icing sugar until thick(but not to the soft peak stage) and then add the creme fraiche whipping together until thick.

Mix into this mixture, a half a cup of the strawberry puree.

In four tall glasses (I used large plastic wine glasses). 

 Layer evenly between the glasses:

1/. A few diced strawberries in the bottom.

2/. Then the strawberry cream mixture.

3/. The rest of the strawberry puree.

4/. Top with more diced strawberries.

5/. Garnish with a viola flower, or just sprinkle a little more powdered icing sugar over the top.

Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

Yield: Four servings

Note: Desserts can be made a day before serving.

Cover each dessert glass with plastic film, and store them in the refrigerator.

 The Health Benefits of Eating Fresh Strawberries

· High in Vitamin C: Strawberries are a great source of Vitamin C, essential for boosting your immune system and promoting healthy skin.

· Rich in Antioxidants: Strawberries are packed with antioxidants that help reduce inflammation and lower the risk of chronic diseases.

· Good for Heart Health: The high levels of anthocyanins in strawberries have been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease by improving heart health.

· Rich in Fibre: Strawberries are a good source of dietary fibre, which can aid in digestion and help regulate blood sugar levels.

· Low in Calories:  Despite their sweet taste, strawberries are relatively low in calories. Half a cup is around 33 calories.

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Easy Halloween Spider Light Up Jar

 Gosh, I love creating bits and bobs for the Halloween decor.

And here is yet another effortless creation that looks creepy fabulous!

It only takes minutes to put together.

Don't you just love these easy quick crafts?

You can use any size lidded jar you want.

And as many spiders as you want.

And at night, it shines a spooky spider glow for Halloween.

Place it on your porch or make one for the edge of each step if you have steps.

I have put mine in my sitting room, against the black painted brick fire surround.

It looks fabulous.

Here is how to create your own Halloween Spider Light Up Jar.

Halloween Spider Light Up Jar

All you need is:

A jar with a lid.

Flocked spiders

A string of battery-operated pin lights

Batteries

Bluetak

(Note: you need enough lights to completely fill the jar size you choose to use).

To Make:

Place the lights inside the jar positioning the battery pack at the back behind the lights so it can't be seen.

Make sure you put it with the switch facing up so you can easily access it to turn it on.

Put your spider or spiders in the jar between the lights and the glass of the jar.

I only used one as my flocked spiders were rather large!

On the lid, bluetak a spider or spiders to it.

Screw the lid on the jar.

Switch on the lights at night to illuminate the jar.

And that is it!

Very easy.

Very effective.

And another simple creepy Halloween piece.

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Easy Halloween Mummy Cushion

The 'Mummy Cushion' is a cute 'n' spooky addition to the Halloween decor.

Place it on the porch chair, or inside the house on the sofa.

It only takes 15 minutes to whip up as only minimal hand sewing is required to create it.

You Will Need:

A 45 by 45cm (17.5 x 17.5 inch) cushion insert

60cm (24 inches) of cheesecloth tubing

1.5 metres (about 5 feet) of wide medical bandage

Black felt

Scissors

Sewing needle and cream-coloured thread

To Make:

Place the cushion insert inside the cheesecloth tubing, and tuck the ends in.

Wrap the bandage around the cushion insert at the tucked ends, winding on a slight angle.

Hand stitch the end to hold it in place.

Cut two large felt eyes in an oval shape.

Scrunch the bandage and then lift the bandage carefully, position the eyes, and hand stitch using the cream thread around the edges of the ovals.

Place in your Halloween decor.

Spencer has become quite fond of 'Mr Mummy'!

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