Description
A refreshing dessert combining creamy cheesecake and light mousse, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 lemon, zested
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Graham cracker crumbs (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the cream cheese by beating it on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
- Whip the heavy cream in a separate bowl until soft peaks form.
- Combine the powdered sugar with the cream cheese, then mix in lemon juice, zest, and vanilla extract.
- Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
- Chill the mousse in individual cups for at least 2 hours.
- Serve with graham cracker crumbs on top.
Notes
For the best flavor, use fresh lemon juice and zest. Store covered in the refrigerator and enjoy within 24 hours for optimal texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: cheesecake, mousse, lemon dessert, no-bake dessert, easy dessert