Luscious Lemon Cream
Indulge in the velvety delight of Luscious Lemon Cream, a dessert that perfectly balances tangy citrus and rich, creamy textures. This no-bake treat combines the brightness of freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest with the richness of whipped heavy cream, creating a luxurious yet refreshing finish to your meal. Gently cooked over a double boiler, the silky lemon curd is enriched with butter and folded into soft whipped cream for a light, airy consistency. Ready in just 25 minutes (plus chilling time), this versatile dessert can be served in elegant glasses for a dinner party or enjoyed as a flavorful pick-me-up on a sunny afternoon. Garnished with lemon zest or a touch of mint, it’s a vibrant, crowd-pleasing dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for showcasing seasonal lemons, this recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 whole Lemons
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 4 large Egg yolks
- 75 grams Unsalted butter
- 200 milliliters Heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoons Powdered sugar
Instructions
Zest and juice the lemons. You should have approximately 100 milliliters of lemon juice. Set aside the zest.
In a medium, heatproof bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and egg yolks until pale and well combined.
Add the lemon juice to the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water, ensuring the bowl doesn’t touch the water. Cook the mixture while whisking continuously until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 8–10 minutes).
Remove the bowl from the heat and whisk in the unsalted butter, one piece at a time, until smooth. Stir in the lemon zest and allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with the vanilla extract and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
Gently fold the cooled lemon mixture into the whipped cream until fully combined and smooth.
Spoon the lemon cream into serving glasses or bowls and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
Optional: Garnish with a sprinkle of lemon zest or a small sprig of mint before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2085 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 149.5 g | 192% | |
| Saturated Fat | 84.0 g | 420% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1104 mg | 368% | |
| Sodium | 112 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.2 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 162.1 g | ||
| Protein | 13.3 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 153 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 330 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.
