Lemon Cheesecake Mousse
A light and airy dessert that combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with a refreshing burst of lemon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 240 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces Cream Cheese, softened
- 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
- 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1 tablespoon Gelatin Powder
Instructions
- Prepare your cream cheese by letting it soften at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- Mix the cream cheese and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl until creamy and smooth.
- Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
- Whip the heavy whipping cream in a separate bowl until soft peaks form, then gently fold it into the cream cheese mixture.
- Sprinkle the gelatin over a few tablespoons of cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes, then warm it until dissolved.
- Stir the gelatin into the lemon mixture and mix well.
- Spoon the mousse into dessert glasses or bowls.
- Chill the mousse in the refrigerator for at least 2-4 hours before serving.
Notes
Top with whipped cream, lemon zest, fresh berries, or mint for a delightful presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Lemon Cheesecake Mousse, Dessert, Easy Dessert, Lemon Dessert
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