Description
Silky smooth lemon mousse delights taste buds with its zesty, creamy perfection. Delicate citrus notes dance across the palate, promising a refreshing dessert you’ll savor to the last spoonful.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 lemons
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
Thickening Agents:
- 2 teaspoons gelatin
Garnish and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Carefully remove lemon zest and extract fresh juice from ripe lemons.
- Combine eggs and sugar in a heatproof bowl, whisking until achieving a silky, uniform texture.
- Position the bowl over a pot of gently simmering water, creating a double boiler setup, and continuously stir for approximately 10 minutes until the mixture thickens and transforms into a smooth custard-like consistency.
- Carefully remove from heat source and incorporate freshly squeezed lemon juice and fragrant zest into the warm mixture.
- Sprinkle gelatin over cold water, allowing it to absorb and soften for 5 minutes, then briefly heat in microwave for 10 seconds to transform into a liquid state.
- Integrate the liquefied gelatin thoroughly into the lemon mixture, ensuring complete incorporation.
- Whip heavy cream until soft, billowy peaks form, indicating ideal consistency.
- Delicately fold whipped cream into the lemon mixture, maintaining its airy texture, and add vanilla extract if desired.
- Distribute the mousse evenly into elegant serving dishes, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for a minimum of 3 hours to set and develop rich flavors.
- Before serving, garnish with fresh mint leaves and present chilled for a refreshing dessert experience.
Notes
- Add extra lemon zest for a more intense citrus flavor that brightens the entire dessert.
- Use fresh gelatin sheets instead of powdered for smoother, more delicate texture in the mousse.
- For a lighter version, substitute half the heavy cream with Greek yogurt to reduce calories while maintaining creamy consistency.
- Create a gluten-free and dairy-free alternative by using coconut cream and agar-agar as gelatin replacement for those with dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 340 kcal
- Sugar: 50 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 190 mg