Sometimes I avoid making new dessert recipes because the many ingredients that I’d have to buy, are pricy. Factor that in with every other expense that pops up during the summer months, and the realization comes that you need to save where you can. Thus, my summertime shopping consists of smart choices where I can, so that I can splurge and really treat myself at, say, the farmers market that week.
The most cost effective desserts during the summer, can be made with Jello! Combining Jello and cool whip to make mousse is a great way to get in that dessert, and not break the budget. Plus, it’s so light, refreshing, and fruity – it screams summer.
This Strawberry Banana Mousse is another great mousse recipe from my friend Stacie. She’s really come up with some great variations on mousse, all easily made!
Making ;Strawberry Banana Mousse doesn’t even need a trip to the grocer for myself, all of these ingredients I usually have on hand at all times. So, making this in the AM, and allowing it to set during the day while we’re out enjoying the day, is a simple way to guarantee dessert for when you return.
You must try this Strawberry Banana Mousse recipe, yet if the combo isn’t your personal favourite, perhaps you’d rather a Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake Mousse! That’s another that doesn’t last long in our house!
Enjoy!
- 1 package strawberry banana Jello 4 serving size
- ½ cup boiling water
- 2 bananas peeled and cut in half
- 1 cup strawberries cut in half
- ½ an 8oz package cream cheese softened
- ½ cup cold water
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup Cool Whip thawed
- 1 banana sliced, and 2 to 3 strawberries, sliced, for garnish, if desired
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Add the strawberry banana Jello to a small bowl and stir in boiling water until completely dissolved.
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In a blender, add strawberries, bananas, cream cheese, cold water, vanilla extract and Jello mixture. Blend for 1 minute or until smooth.
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Pour the mixture into a large bowl. Whisk in Cool Whip.
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Spoon the mixture into your dessert serving bowls. Place in the fridge for 2 – 3 hours or until set. The longer it sets, the more “mousse” like it becomes.
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Top with strawberries and bananas before serving.
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Serves 4 to 6 {depending how big you make each serving}
Jennifer says
This is epic level nom nom action! I love strawberry banana anything, and mousse is always a winner. Yay!
Dawn says
That is that absolute yummiest looking thing I’ve seen today! I love the texture of mousse, and strawberry banana is one of my favorite flavor combinations. Thanks for sharing this!
Florence C says
I love making light desserts. This one sounds delicious.
Robin R says
That sounds absolutely delicious. I can’t wait to make this for my family!
Melissa says
This looks delicious. I absolutely love the combination of strawberry and banana!
Jenna Wood says
I can’ believe I’ve never tried making a mousse before! This looks like the perfect, simple, indulgent recipe for a warm Summer night!
Kathy says
That recipe looks so good! I will be saving this recipe so that I can try this out another time. I love anything with strawberries and bananas, so I’m sure I’ll love this. Thank you for sharing!
Jeanette says
My kids would be all over this. I love going to the farmer’s market and then trying to make something different when I get home. This is so simple and well worth doing! YUM!
Nicole B says
I didn’t know they even made banana Jello. Awesome! This dessert looks so fresh and delicious.
Kelly H says
This looks so light and refreshing. What a perfect summer treat!
Shauna says
Oh I love this. I mean, it sounds light and refreshing and so much more than just a pudding. I will totally be trying this. Thanks for sharing.
Ann Bacciaglia says
This looks so delicious. I am going to try this on the weekend. I am sure my kids will love it for dessert.
Elizabeth Lampman says
I love making Mousse. I am going to try this recipe tomorrow for dessert. It looks so delicious.
Maria says
That looks like a great summer treat! I love strawberries, I bet this would not last long in our home.
Marcie W. says
The strawberry banana combo is always a winner around our house. After your recent mousse recipes I think we need to incorporate it into our dessert routine more often.
Val says
These are two wonderful flavors put together. Thanks for the fantastic recipe.
Stefany says
My kids would love this. I wouldn’t mind giving it to them either for a healthy snack.
Sabrina says
That looks delicious!! And since it is pink my oldest would go crazy for it!
Mistee says
Yum! That looks so delicious and refreshing. I love strawberries and bananas together. Just love the taste!
Autumn says
That looks so yummy! My family will love this!
Maria says
It’s mousse!…There is nothing left to say, but dig in and enjoy every light, creamy, and airy bite.
Meagan says
This looks like the perfect light summer snack. Love the combination of strawberry and bananas.
Vera Sweeney says
This looks amazing!! I love light desserts like this and it sounds like it would taste amazing.
Amy Desrosiers says
This looks amazing! I would totally make this for my family too this summer!
Aubrey says
What a good looking treat. Definitely a must make.
Lynda Cook says
This looks nice and light and fluffy!!
kristy e says
This sounds like a perfect summer treat!!
Treen Goodwin says
this looks and sounds so delish , thanks for sharing i will def be making this , great for those hot summer days easy dessert 🙂
Cheryl says
Great summer dessert! Must try thanks 🙂
Judy Cowan says
Sounds yummy! Will definitely have to try making it!
Donna Wilson says
This sounds delicious. I love strawberries and bananas together.