Description
Indulge in the refreshing citrus flavors of this Easy Lemon Mousse. With a light and airy texture, this no-bake dessert is a perfect sweet treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Mousse:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large egg whites
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Whip the Cream: In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Set aside.
- Prepare Egg Whites: In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites and salt until soft peaks form. Gradually add the sugar while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
- Mix Lemon Mixture: In another bowl, combine the lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
- Combine Ingredients: Gently fold the lemon mixture into the whipped cream. Then carefully fold in the egg whites until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Chill and Serve: Spoon the mousse into individual serving dishes and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- For an extra lemony kick, add an additional teaspoon of zest.
- Garnish with fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 dish
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
