Lemon Mousse
A light and fluffy lemon mousse that combines creamy whipped cream and tangy lemon juice, evoking sunshine and warm breezes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 145 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 3 large egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon gelatin (optional)
Instructions
- Whip the heavy cream with half of the sugar until soft peaks form. Set it aside.
- Prepare the egg mixture by whisking together egg whites, remaining sugar, salt, and fresh lemon juice. If using gelatin, dissolve it in warm water and mix in.
- Combine the whipped cream into the egg mixture gently until well combined.
- Chill the mixture in serving dishes for at least 2 hours.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh lemon zest before serving.
Notes
Ensure your bowl and utensils are clean when whipping cream for best results. Extras like zest can enhance flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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