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Creamy lemon mousse served in a glass with lemon slices for garnish

Easy Creamy Lemon Mousse

A light and refreshing dessert, this Easy Creamy Lemon Mousse is effortlessly prepared with a delightful tangy-sweet flavor and a smooth, airy texture. Perfect for any occasion, it's a simple yet elegant treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Mousse Base
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup Fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract optional

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • Serving dishes

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream and granulated sugar together until soft peaks are achieved.
  2. Gently fold in the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and optional vanilla extract until the mixture is just combined and smooth.
  3. Divide the mousse into individual serving dishes or glasses and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours, or until thoroughly set.
  4. Serve chilled, optionally garnished with additional lemon zest or fresh berries.

Notes

For a firmer mousse, you can add 1/2 teaspoon of unflavored gelatin dissolved in 2 tablespoons of hot water to the lemon mixture before folding it into the whipped cream.