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Creamy Lemon Mousse
A refreshing and delicious dessert with a perfect blend of zest and creaminess.
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Prep Time
15
minutes
mins
Total Time
4
hours
hrs
Course
Dessert
Cuisine
American
Servings
4
servings
Equipment
Mixing Bowl
Electric Mixer
Spatula
Ingredients
Ingredients
3
medium
Fresh Lemons
Zest and juice needed.
3/4
cup
Caster Sugar
Dissolves easily for a smooth texture.
2
cups
Heavy Whipping Cream
Adds richness and creaminess.
3
large
Egg Whites
Whipped to stiff peaks for structure.
1
pinch
Salt
Enhances flavors.
2
tablespoons
Powdered Sugar
For dusting before serving.
Instructions
Zest the lemons and juice them to yield about half a cup of lemon juice.
In a mixing bowl, combine lemon juice, caster sugar, and a pinch of salt. Whisk until sugar dissolves.
In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
Gently fold the lemon mixture into the whipped cream.
Whip the egg whites in a clean bowl until stiff peaks form.
Fold the whipped egg whites into the lemon and cream mixture.
Transfer the mousse into serving cups and refrigerate for at least four hours.
Before serving, dust with powdered sugar and garnish as desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in the refrigerator and consume within two days for best texture.
Keyword
Easy