Quick And Simple No Bake Lemon Mousse Recipe

This light and refreshing lemon mousse recipe is a family favorite, perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant dinner parties! Made with just a few simple ingredients, this no-bake dessert boasts a bright, zesty lemon flavor that will tantalize your taste buds. Elevate it with homemade raspberry sauce (simply puree and strain frozen raspberries in syrup) and fresh raspberries for a stunning presentation. Serve in charming parfait glasses or a beautiful glass bowl for a truly impressive dessert.

Prep Time 330 mins
Cook Time 330 mins
Calories 303.5 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Quick And Simple No Bake Lemon Mousse

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How to Make Quick And Simple No Bake Lemon Mousse

  1. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gently fold the lemon mixture into the cream cheese mixture until just combined.
  5. In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  6. Gently fold the whipped cream into the lemon cream cheese mixture until just combined.
  7. Divide the mousse into individual serving glasses or a large bowl.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 5 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the mousse to set.
  9. Before serving, prepare the raspberry sauce by pureeing frozen raspberries in syrup and straining to remove seeds. (Optional)
  10. Top with raspberry sauce and fresh raspberries, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

228g

Fat

7g

Carbs

19g

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