Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Lemon Cheesecake Mousse, a perfect blend of creamy cheesecake and zesty lemon that will brighten any gathering. This no-bake dessert is incredibly easy to whip up—just 15 minutes of prep time for a light treat that will impress your guests. With its airy texture and refreshing tang, this mousse is ideal for spring and summer occasions. Serve it in elegant cups or layer it with berries for a fun twist. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or enjoying a cozy evening, this luscious lemon indulgence is bound to become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (120ml) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup (60ml) fresh lemon juice (about 1–2 lemons)
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
- 1/4 cup (30g) powdered sugar
- Fresh lemon slices
- Extra lemon zest
- Fresh berries or mint leaves
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Mix in sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla until creamy.
- Whip cold heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the lemon mixture until combined.
- Spoon into dessert cups and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg