Description
Silky “creamy lemon mousse” whispers summer’s delicate promise, blending zesty citrus with smooth elegance. Light dessert seekers will find pure refreshment in each cloud-like spoonful of this Mediterranean-inspired treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 can (14 ounces / 397 grams) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
Zest and Flavor:
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Garnish (Optional):
- Additional lemon zest for topping
Instructions
- Prepare a clean mixing bowl and whisk heavy cream until it forms billowy, soft peaks with a light, airy texture.
- Slowly incorporate sweetened condensed milk and freshly squeezed lemon juice, using delicate folding motions to maintain the cream’s voluminous structure.
- Gently transfer the silky mousse mixture into elegant serving glasses, creating smooth, even layers.
- Sprinkle finely grated lemon zest across the surface for a vibrant, aromatic garnish.
- Chill the mousse in the refrigerator for a minimum of 2 hours to allow the dessert to set and develop a rich, creamy consistency.
Notes
- Choose full-fat cream for a richer, more luxurious texture that holds its shape perfectly.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the brightest, most vibrant citrus flavor that cuts through the sweetness.
- Chill your mixing bowl and whisk beforehand to help the cream whip faster and maintain its volume.
- For a lighter version, swap condensed milk with Greek yogurt and add a touch of honey for sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 40 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg