Strawberry Mousse with Orange Liqueur (Mousse with Orange Liqueur)

In a blender, puree the strawberries until smooth. Reserve

In a small bowl, combine the water and gelatin, stirring vigorously with a fork

Hydrate for about 5 minutes

In a stand mixer, beat the egg yolks with confectioner's sugar and gelatin until light and fluffy

Transfer to a medium saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the gelatin melts

Add the reserved strawberry puree and orange liqueur and cook, stirring constantly, until smooth

Let cool

In another stand mixer bowl, beat the cream until foamy

Add confectioner's sugar, beating continuously, until stiff peaks form

Add to the strawberry mixture and mix delicately with a spatula. Reserve

In the stand mixer, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form

Add to the reserved mixture and mix carefully

Pour into a decorative bowl, cover with plastic wrap or aluminum foil, and refrigerate until firm (about 4 hours)

Prepare the sauce: in a medium saucepan, combine confectioner's sugar and strawberries and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened (about 5 minutes)

Let cool, then strain into a serving dish, cover, and reserve in the refrigerator

Serve the mousse with the strawberry sauce

304 calories per serving