Description
Lemon mousse is a light and tangy dessert that is perfect for any occasion, featuring a creamy texture and refreshing lemon flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons confectioner’s sugar
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 cup lemon curd
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream, confectioner’s sugar, and a pinch of salt. Ensure the cream is cold.
- Using an electric mixer, whip the cream mixture on medium speed for about 2-3 minutes until medium peaks form.
- Gently fold in the lemon curd and lemon zest with a spatula.
- Divide the mousse into serving glasses or bowls.
- Refrigerate the filled glasses for at least 1 hour to set.
- Garnish with whipped cream or a sprinkle of lemon zest before serving.
Notes
For best flavor, use fresh lemons and avoid overmixing to maintain the mousse’s fluffy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: dessert, lemon mousse, light dessert, creamy dessert