Description
This lemon mousse is light, creamy, and bursting with fresh citrus flavor. Made with simple ingredients, it creates a soft, airy texture that melts in your mouth. Perfect for a refreshing dessert after any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large lemons (juice and zest)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 3 eggs, separated
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Separate egg yolks and whites.
- Whisk yolks with sugar until pale and creamy.
- Add lemon juice and zest, then mix well.
- Heat gently over simmering water until slightly thickened.
- Let mixture cool completely.
- Whip cream until soft peaks form.
- Beat egg whites with salt until stiff peaks form.
- Fold whipped cream into lemon mixture.
- Gently fold in egg whites.
- Divide into cups and chill for at least 3 hours.
Notes
Use fresh lemons for the best flavor. Chill the mousse well before serving. Avoid overmixing to keep the texture light and airy. You can top with berries or extra zest for garnish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: French-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 120mg