Delightful Lemon Mousse
Light, luscious, and bursting with zesty citrus flavor, this Delightful Lemon Mousse is the perfect dessert to brighten your day. Made with freshly zested and juiced lemons, this airy treat balances tartness and sweetness in a way that’s absolutely irresistible. The silky mousse comes together with whipped cream, fluffy egg whites, and a touch of gelatin for a luxurious texture that melts in your mouth. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep and ideal for entertaining, this no-bake dessert is a refreshing choice for any occasion. Serve it chilled in elegant glasses, garnished with lemon zest, a dollop of whipped cream, or vibrant berries for a stunning finish that's as eye-catching as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 whole (zested and juiced) Lemons
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 3 large (separated) Eggs
- 250 ml Heavy cream
- 30 grams Powdered sugar
- 5 grams Gelatin powder
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Zest and juice the lemons. You will need approximately 75 ml of juice and the zest from all three lemons.
In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin powder over 2 tablespoons of water and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
In a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water (making sure the bottom of the bowl doesn’t touch the water), whisk together the egg yolks, granulated sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Continue whisking for 5-7 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly and becomes smooth.
Remove the lemon mixture from the heat and stir in the bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved. Set aside to cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally.
In a separate bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Chill in the refrigerator until needed.
In another clean bowl, whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the cooled lemon mixture until combined. Then, carefully fold in the beaten egg whites, ensuring the mixture remains light and airy.
Spoon the lemon mousse into serving glasses or bowls and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.
Garnish with additional lemon zest, whipped cream, or fresh berries if desired before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1616 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.1 g | 126% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.7 g | 274% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 808 mg | 269% | |
| Sodium | 309 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 147.2 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 134.2 g | ||
| Protein | 25.0 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 131 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 448 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
