Description
This smooth and creamy Lemon Mousse is a light and refreshing dessert perfect for any occasion. Made with whipped heavy cream, tangy lemon curd, and zesty lemon zest, it’s a delightfully airy treat that is chilled to perfection for a satisfying texture and vibrant citrus flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream (454 g)
- 2 tablespoons confectioner’s sugar (14 g)
- pinch of salt
- 1 cup lemon curd (320 g)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (6 g)
Instructions
- Whip the Cream: In a large bowl, add the heavy cream, confectioner’s sugar, and a pinch of salt. Using a hand or stand mixer, whip on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until medium peaks form, ensuring the cream holds soft but stable peaks.
- Fold in Lemon Curd and Zest: Gently fold the lemon curd and lemon zest into the whipped cream until evenly incorporated, being careful not to deflate the mousse mixture to maintain its airy texture.
- Divide and Serve: Spoon the mousse evenly into 8 small dessert glasses, each about half a heaping cup. Optionally, garnish each serving with a dollop of whipped cream or additional lemon zest for extra flavor and presentation.
- Chill the Mousse: Place the dessert glasses in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour, or up to 24 hours, to allow the mousse to firm up and the flavors to meld. Serve cold for the best experience.
Notes
- Lemon zest equals approximately the zest of one large lemon per tablespoon used.
- Chilling the mousse is essential for texture and flavor; do not skip this step.
- If you prefer a sweeter mousse, adjust the sweetness by adding more confectioner’s sugar, depending on the tartness of your lemon curd brand.
- Store mousse in the refrigerator for 4-5 days, but it is best enjoyed within 1-2 days for optimal freshness.
- Garnish options include a dollop of whipped cream, extra lemon zest, or a vanilla wafer for added texture and flavor contrast.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 40 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
