Paleo Strawberry Mousse

Strawberry season in Michigan is coming to a close, but it was a delicious one. I surprisingly didn't freeze any, which I'm ok with. I made pies, jam, straight up ate them, and made this amazing paleo strawberry mousse. While making this, you might be wondering how it'll ever set, but I promise, it's a winner. This would be lovely layered with paleo lemon curd. I sadly didn't have the time to make lemon curd, but it's just as good on its own.

PALEO STRAWBERRY MOUSSE
dairy free, gluten free, grain free, and soy free
*Please be sure to read the recipe carefully. Some ingredients need chilled 24 hours in advance.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 can full fat coconut milk, chilled for 24 hours - I like Thai Kitchen brand
• 2 cups of washed and cored strawberries
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons coconut sugar
• 1 teaspoon organic lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon + 1/4 teaspoon grass fed gelatin

METHOD

• Make sure the can of full fat coconut milk is completely chilled. You want the coconut cream to be completely chilled and separated from the liquid layer.
• Chill a metal (my preference) mixing bowl for a good hour.
• Clean and core strawberries, and chill in the fridge for a good hour, too.
• Remove the coconut cream and add to the chilled mixing bowl. Return to fridge.
• Take the remaining liquid at the bottom of the coconut milk can and pour it into a saucepan, and add the gelatin. Let the gelatin bloom for a few minutes and start the burner. Cook the coconut liquid and gelatin over medium heat until gelatin is fully dissolved. 
• Over low heat, add the honey, coconut sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Combine and remove from heat. Let cool to room temp, and even chill in the fridge for 10-15 minutes if you have the time. 
• While the mixture is cooling, blend the chilled strawberries. Stir into the gelatin mixture.
• Remove the chilled mixing bowl and coconut cream from the fridge. Whip on medium high heat until the cream is nice and fluffy - about 2-3 minutes.
• Fold in the strawberry/gelatin mixture. Pour in serving glasses and let chill a good 3 hours before serving.
• Garnish with fresh strawberries, mint, or paleo lemon curd! Enjoy!