Description
A light and refreshing dessert combining creamy cheesecake with airy mousse and zesty lemon flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Whip the heavy cream in a separate bowl until stiff peaks form.
- Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
- Spoon the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 120 minutes before serving.
Notes
For best results, ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature. Garnish with fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream for an elegant presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: lemon, cheesecake, mousse, dessert, no bake, refreshing