Lemon Lighting
Brighten up your dessert repertoire with "Lemon Lighting," a luscious and tangy lemon mousse that’s as vibrant as its name suggests. This easy-to-make dessert combines zesty lemon juice, creamy whipped topping, and a dash of granulated sugar to create a perfectly balanced treat that’s both airy and indulgent. Featuring a velvety lemon curd base folded into freshly whipped cream, this delightful recipe effortlessly pairs tangy citrus notes with smooth, cloud-like consistency. With just 15 minutes of prep time, it’s the ultimate quick yet elegant dessert for dinner parties or weeknight indulgence. Serve chilled in individual glasses, garnished with a sprig of fresh mint and a sprinkle of powdered sugar for a picture-perfect finish. Whether you're a lemon lover or simply craving a refreshing sweet, this Lemon Lighting recipe is guaranteed to become a crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 120 ml Lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Lemon zest
- 150 g Granulated sugar
- 480 ml Heavy cream
- 4 large Egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 1 pinch Salt
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 4 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, granulated sugar, egg yolks, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt until smooth and well combined.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook the mixture, stirring constantly with a silicone spatula, until it begins to thicken. This should take about 5 minutes.
Once thickened, reduce the heat to low and continue stirring for an additional 2 minutes to cook out any starchy flavor from the cornstarch.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the lemon curd cool to room temperature. Transfer it to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
In a chilled mixing bowl, pour the heavy cream and add the powdered sugar. Using an electric mixer, whip the cream until soft peaks form.
Gently fold the cooled lemon curd into the whipped cream until fully incorporated, creating a smooth and airy mousse.
Divide the Lemon Lightning mixture into 4 serving glasses or small bowls. Chill in the refrigerator for an additional 1–2 hours to set.
Before serving, garnish each dessert with a mint leaf and a light dusting of powdered sugar, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2512 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 178.3 g | 229% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.4 g | 512% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1218 mg | 406% | |
| Sodium | 333 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 184.5 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 168.2 g | ||
| Protein | 11.4 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 112 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 217 mg | 5% | |
*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.
