Best 7 Simple Lemon Mousse Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful simplicity of lemon mousse, a classic dessert that combines the vibrant zest of lemons with a light and airy texture. This refreshing treat is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual gathering or a special celebration. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create a luscious lemon mousse that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Discover the secrets behind this culinary delight and embark on a journey of flavors with our curated collection of lemon mousse recipes, ranging from the classic French technique to modern variations infused with unique ingredients.

Prepare to be captivated by the timeless elegance of the Classic Lemon Mousse, a culinary masterpiece that showcases the perfect balance of tangy lemon and velvety cream. Experience the delightful burst of citrus in the Lemon Mousse with Lemon Curd, where the vibrant curd adds an extra layer of zest to the mousse's delicate texture. For a refreshing twist, try the Lemon Mousse with Berries, where sweet and juicy berries mingle with the mousse, creating a symphony of flavors. If you're looking for a decadent treat, the White Chocolate Lemon Mousse combines the richness of white chocolate with the tangy brightness of lemon, resulting in a heavenly indulgence. And for those who prefer a vegan delight, the Vegan Lemon Mousse offers a creamy and flavorful alternative, crafted with plant-based ingredients that maintain the mousse's light and airy texture.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

FRESH LEMON MOUSSE



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     dessert

Time 1h27m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 extra-large whole eggs
3 extra-large eggs, separated
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (4 lemons)
Kosher salt
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup good bottled lemon curd, at room temperature
Sweetened Whipped Cream, recipe follows
Sliced lemon, for garnish
1 cup cold heavy cream
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large heat-proof bowl, whisk together the 3 whole eggs, 3 egg yolks, 1 cup sugar, the lemon zest, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Place the bowl over a pan of simmering water and cook, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, for about 10 to 12 minutes until the mixture is thick like pudding. (I change to a whisk when the mixture starts to get thick.) Take off the heat and set aside for 15 minutes. Cover with plastic wrap directly on the surface and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours, until completely chilled.
  • Place half the egg whites and a pinch of salt in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Beat on high speed. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons sugar and continue to beat until the whites are stiff and shiny. Carefully fold the beaten whites into the cold lemon mixture with a rubber spatula. Place the cream in the same bowl of the electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment (no need to clean the bowl) and beat on high speed until the cream forms stiff peaks. Carefully fold the whipped cream into the lemon mixture. Fold in the lemon curd, and pour into a 7-inch-diameter, 3-inch-deep souffle dish. Decorate with sweetened whipped cream and lemon slices that have been cut into quarters. Chill and serve cold.
  • Place the cream, sugar, and vanilla in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Whip on medium and then high speed until the cream just forms still peaks. Spoon the whipped cream into a pastry bag fitted with a large star tip.

SIMPLE LEMON MOUSSE



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This classic, simple lemon mousse recipe is the refreshing dessert you need. Serve it with fresh fruit or eat it alone. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
Dash salt
3 large egg yolks
2/3 cup whole milk
1/2 cup lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 cup heavy whipping cream
Lemon slices, optional

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, mix sugar, cornstarch and salt; whisk in egg yolks and milk until smooth. Whisk in lemon juice until blended; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook and stir until thickened slightly, 2 minutes longer. Stir in lemon zest., Transfer mixture to a bowl. Cover surface with plastic wrap; refrigerate until cold., To serve, in a small bowl, beat cream on high speed until soft peaks form. Fold into lemon mixture. Spoon into serving dishes. If desired, top with additional whipped cream and lemon slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 calories, Fat 18g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 140mg cholesterol, Sodium 52mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

LEMON MOUSSE



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Make these smart, simple desserts ahead of time for a relaxed Friday night supper with friends

Provided by Sarah Cook

Categories     Dessert, Dinner

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 4

300g or 312g jar good-quality lemon curd (we used Tiptree)
zest 1 lemon
300ml pot whipping or double cream
25g lemon shortbread or crunchy lemon flavoured biscuits, plus extra to serve, if you like

Steps:

  • Put two-thirds of the lemon curd into a large bowl with the zest and cream, then beat with an electric whisk until it just holds its shape. Dribble over the rest of the lemon curd and divide between 6 small glass pots or glasses, marbling the curd through as you go. Sit the pots on a small tray, cover the whole lot with cling film and freeze for 30-40 minutes.
  • Put the biscuits in a strong plastic bag and bash with the end of a rolling pin to crumbs. When you're ready for pudding, remove the pots from the freezer (they should be ice cold but still soft and creamy), top with crumbs and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354 calories, Fat 24 grams fat, SaturatedFat 13 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 35 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 23 grams sugar, Protein 2 grams protein, Sodium 0.14 milligram of sodium

LEMON MOUSSE



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Make and share this Lemon Mousse recipe from Food.com.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 eggs
1 cup sugar
4 ounces butter, melted and cooled
1 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest (optional, if you want a smooth custard, don't add this)
2 cups heavy cream
1 sprig of fresh mint (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Beat eggs and sugar until pale, about 5 minutes.
  • Beat butter into sugar mixture in a thin stream.
  • Add lemon juice.
  • Pour into top of double-boiler.
  • Cook over moderate heat, whisking constantly, until mixture thickens, about 15 minutes. Add lemon zest (but not if you want a smooth custard).
  • Transfer custard to a medium bowl, place piece of plastic wrap directly onto surface of custard to prevent skin from forming and refrigerate atleast two hours.
  • Beat cream until soft peaks form.
  • Fold into chilled custard.
  • Serve in stemmed glasses, garnished with mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 610.1, Fat 48.8, SaturatedFat 29.3, Cholesterol 325.6, Sodium 197.8, Carbohydrate 39.5, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 34.7, Protein 7.2

EASY LEMON MOUSSE



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Enjoy the simplicity of a homemade, but quick and easy lemon mousse served with fresh berries and a sprig of mint on top. It's rich, so you may find a smaller serving is appropriate, in which case you'll get 6 servings.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     Lemon Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar
1 (4 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 ½ cups lemon curd
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
4 tablespoons mixed fresh berries
4 fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • Beat heavy cream in a chilled glass or metal bowl with an electric mixer until frothy. Add confectioners' sugar gradually, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form, starting on low speed and increasing to high speed, for about 2 minutes; set aside.
  • Beat cream cheese in a bowl with an electric mixer until lump free, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the lemon curd and vanilla extract and mix until smooth and creamy, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Fold whipped cream into the lemon mixture until just combined. Divide mousse equally among 4 dessert dishes or ramekins. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
  • Garnish with fresh berries and mint leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 545.1 calories, Carbohydrate 80.9 g, Cholesterol 148.3 mg, Fat 26 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 15.6 g, Sodium 171.6 mg

EASY LEMON MOUSSE



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 5m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 packages lemon instant pudding
Milk, amount depends on pudding brand, check panel on box
2 cups heavy cream, whipped
2 rounded tablespoons sugar
1/2 pint raspberries, for garnish
Store bought butter cookies or shortbread rounds

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, stir pudding and milk and set aside. Beat whipping cream and sugar until peaks form. Add about 1/4 of the whipped cream to the pudding and gently fold it in to lighten it. Fold the remaining whipped cream into pudding and serve in small bowls or cocktail glasses on an underliner plate. Place a few berries on each dessert to garnish and serve a few cookies on the underliner plates.

SUPER EASY LEMON MOUSSE



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This surprised me. I ate it at a friend's barbecue and asked for the recipe. When she told me, I was stunned. This is not too sweet and very easy to put together. Cooking time is chilling time.

Provided by Chef Meela

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h10m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 (21 ounce) can of lucky leaf lemon pie filling
3 cups heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon of good quality vanilla

Steps:

  • Dump pie filling into a large bowl.
  • Pour 3 cups of whipping cream and 1 teaspoon of vanilla into the bowl.
  • Whip with electric mixer until fluffy.
  • Put in serving bowls and refrigerate for AT LEAST 3 hours-- the colder the mousse is, the better.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247.5, Fat 26.4, SaturatedFat 16.4, Cholesterol 97.8, Sodium 27.2, Carbohydrate 2, Sugar 0.1, Protein 1.5

Tips for Making Lemon Mousse:

  • Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavor.
  • Make sure the cream and eggs are cold before whipping them.
  • Whip the cream until it forms stiff peaks.
  • Fold the whipped cream into the lemon mixture gently to avoid deflating the mousse.
  • Chill the mousse for at least 2 hours before serving.
  • Serve the mousse with fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream.

Conclusion:

Lemon mousse is a light and refreshing dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its bright citrus flavor and creamy texture, lemon mousse is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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