Strawberry Blender Mousse recipe

1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries or half of 16 ounce package
    frozen, unsweetened whole strawberries, thawed
8 ounces cream cheese, cut into small cubes
1/2 cup sifted confectioners sugar
1 (4 ounce) container whipped topping, thawed
Sliced almonds for topping
Whipped topping or whipped cream, optional

In a blender container or food processor with chopping blade, combine strawberries, cream cheese and confectioners sugar. Cover and blend or process until mixture is smooth, stopping and scraping sides as necessary. Pour mixture into a mixing bowl. Fold in dessert topping. Spoon mousse mixture into 6 dessert dishes. Chill for at least 3 hours or overnight.

Serve sprinkled with the sliced almonds or top with a dollop of whipped topping or whipped cream and sliced almonds sprinkled over the top.

Serves 6.