How to Make Easy Lemon Mousse - A Step-by-Step Guide

Summertime is the perfect season for light and refreshing desserts, and this easy lemon mousse is sure to become a new favorite in your recipe repertoire. With its smooth and creamy texture, tangy lemon flavor, and quick preparation, this mousse is an ideal treat for warm weather gatherings or simple weeknight indulgences. Whether you're serving it at a backyard barbecue or enjoying it as a special after-dinner delight, this recipe is bound to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar
  • 1 (4 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 ½ cups lemon curd
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 tablespoons mixed fresh berries
  • 4 fresh mint leaves

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Chill Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Beat heavy cream in a chilled glass or metal bowl with an electric mixer until frothy. Add confectioners' sugar gradually, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form, starting on low speed and increasing to high speed, for about 2 minutes; set aside.
  • Beat cream cheese in a bowl with an electric mixer until lump free, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the lemon curd and vanilla extract and mix until smooth and creamy, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Fold whipped cream into the lemon mixture until just combined. Divide mousse equally among 4 dessert dishes or ramekins. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
  • Garnish with fresh berries and mint leaves.
  • Nutrition

    545 cal.

    • Total Fat: 26g
    • Saturated Fat: 16g
    • Cholesterol: 148mg
    • Sodium: 172mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 81g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Potassium: 72mg