Low Carb Lemon Dessert
Bright, creamy, and irresistibly refreshing, this Low Carb Lemon Dessert is the perfect guilt-free indulgence for lemon lovers. Crafted with smooth cream cheese, airy whipped cream, and a zesty kick of fresh lemon juice and zest, this no-bake treat delivers a velvety texture and tangy sweetness with every bite. Sweetened naturally with powdered erythritol and gently set with gelatin, it’s a keto-friendly dessert option that’s both light and satisfying. Quick to prepare and requiring just 15 minutes of hands-on time, this crowd-pleasing dessert is ideal for dinner parties, casual evenings, or anytime you’re craving a citrusy escape. Serve in individual glasses or a communal dish and garnish with a touch of lemon zest for a stunning, low-carb delight you’ll want to make again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 227 grams Cream cheese
- 240 ml Heavy cream
- 60 ml Lemon juice
- 50 grams Powdered erythritol (or any low-carb sweetener)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 10 grams Gelatin powder
- 2 tablespoons Water (for blooming gelatin)
Instructions
In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin powder over 2 tablespoons of water. Set it aside to bloom for about 5 minutes.
In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the lemon juice, lemon zest, and powdered erythritol. Stir until the sweetener has fully dissolved. Remove from heat.
Add the bloomed gelatin to the warm lemon mixture and stir until it is fully dissolved. Let the mixture cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
In a separate mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks using a hand mixer or stand mixer at high speed.
Gradually add the slightly cooled lemon-gelatin mixture to the cream cheese, mixing on low speed until fully incorporated.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the lemon-cream cheese mixture in batches until fully combined and smooth.
Spoon the mixture into individual serving glasses or a large serving dish. Smooth the top with a spatula if needed.
Refrigerate the dessert for at least 3-4 hours, or until fully set.
Garnish with additional lemon zest or a slice of lemon before serving, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1648 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 158.1 g | 203% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.9 g | 470% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 469 mg | 156% | |
| Sodium | 811 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.1 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.2 g | ||
| Protein | 22.6 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 236 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 328 mg | 7% | |
*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.
