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Easy Lemon Mousse Recipe

Lemon Mousse is an impossibly light and fluffy dessert that is so simple to make! It’ll be ready in minutes but taste like you slaved away all day!

 

main image of lemon mousse

 

This lemon dessert is THE BOMB! You know what I mean? So creamy. So fluffy. So lemony. So perfect.

I’ve served it so many times when we have guests over and it always gets rave reviews!

I love that this lemon mousse recipe is super quick. I’m a fly by the seat of my pants kind of girl and this dessert fits the bill.

Lemon curd mousse also only needs 3 ingredients! Which means I don’t need to make any special trips to the grocery store.

And easy lemon mousse with lemon curd is perfect for a dinner party! Mother’s Day, Easter, BBQs, baby showers, really any special occasions! 

Since this lemon curd mousse recipe can be made in advance, I never find myself in a time crunch!

 

heavy whipping cream in a bowl

 

What Is Lemon Mousse?

Lemon Mousse is one of the easiest desserts you can make because it requires only 2 ingredients!  Mousse is a light, airy dessert that tricks your brain into thinking it’s calorie and fat free!  It’s also the perfect year round treat because it’s so smooth and flavorful!  

 

heavy whipping cream whipped in a bowl

 

Who Created Lemon Mousse?

Traditional mousse was originally created in France by a man named Henri Toulouse-Lautrec.

He was a French painter that lived during the 19th century. 

I’m not sure how he came to create this delicious dessert, but I’m sure glad he did!

At first, it was only made as a chocolate mousse and was called mayonnaise de chocolate. 

After a time it came to be called chocolate mousse. Mousse is also a French word that means froth or foam.

In time, many different flavors were mixed in place of the chocolate, including of course, lemon desserts!

Mousse recipes are now popular around the world. If you haven’t tried it, believe me, you’ll totally love it!

 

lemon curd added to whipped heavy cream

 

What Ingredients are in Lemon Mousse?

Here’s the simple ingredients you’ll need to make a delicious lemon mousse.

  • Lemon Curd: If you haven’t made lemon curd before, it’s so useful! Find the original lemon curd recipe here!
  • Heavy Whipping Cream: Different from whipped cream. Make sure to use the right one!
  • Raspberries or fresh berries: Raspberries taste great with lemon but you can substitute with your favorite berry.

Pro Tips:

  • While you can find lemon curd at the store, try the homemade lemon curd. It produces a much better result.
  • If you do buy the lemon curd, try it first to make sure it’s a good quality lemon curd.

 

spatula folding in lemon curd

 

How to Make Lemon Mousse

This sweet treat is truly the perfect lemon mousse! Follow these simple steps for an easy peasy recipe.

  1. Whip Cream: Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form and then mix in some of the lemon curd.
  2. Layer: Layer lemon curd, lemon mixture, and top with fresh berries in individual serving dishes.
  3. Serve: It can be served immediately or chill until you’re ready to serve.

Pro Tips:

  • Use cold cream, a cold whisk attachment, and a cold medium bowl. It’ll make the cream whip better.
  • Don’t whip by hand! Save your arm the work and use the bowl of an electric mixer.

 

a single serving size bowl with lemon curd topped with lemon mousse and raspberries

 

Can You Freeze Lemon Mousse?

You sure can! Freeze the fluffy lemon mousse in an airtight container for up to 2 months in the freezer.

Be sure not to attempt to reheat it at all when you’re ready to eat it.

Just put it in the fridge and thaw overnight until the mousse is soft and scoop able again.

How Long Does it Take Lemon Mousse to Set?

No time at all!

While some recipes call for you to cook the mousse and use eggs and things, in this recipe you’re using an easy lemon curd.

Lemon curd has already been cooked and set so the fresh lemon mousse doesn’t need any time to set.

That means you can have this recipe ready for your guests in mere minutes!

 

single serving in a bowl with lemon curd and raspberries with a spoon

 

Is Lemon Mousse Gluten Free?

Yes! Everything in the lemon mousse is naturally gluten free.

Everything in the lemon curd is also gluten free so you’re totally safe to eat this recipe if you’ve got a gluten intolerance.

Just be sure not to serve it with any graham crackers or things.

 

a spoon scooping out a portion of lemon mousse out of bowl

 

What Goes With Lemon Mousse?

I love topping my lemon mousse with fresh berries and serving it up just like that. However you can also serve it with cookies.  No matter how you serve it, it’s delicious!

 

spoonful of lemon mousse with lemon curd ready to eat

 

More Lemon Recipes You’ll Love…

Lemon Mousse is such an easy and quick dessert. Perfectly scrumptious, seriously light and fluffy, it’ll become a family favorite all summer long!

 

 

Yield: 6 Servings

Lemon Mousse

a single serving size bowl with lemon curd topped with lemon mousse and raspberries

Lemon Mousse is an impossibly light and fluffy dessert that is so simple to make! It’ll be ready in minutes but taste like you slaved away all day!

Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  2. Gently fold 1 cup of lemon curd into your whipped cream. Do not over mix.
  3. In serving cups or dishes, spoon 1-2 Tablespoons of curd into the bottom of each cup.
  4. Pipe or spoon whipped cream mixture into each cup or dish.
  5. Top with fresh berries.
  6. Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

6

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 337Total Fat: 24gSaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 127mgSodium: 122mgCarbohydrates: 30gFiber: 1gSugar: 28gProtein: 4g
Original Post & Photos: May 11, 2015

Updated Photos & Post: November 10, 2017

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Zoe

Thursday 21st of April 2022

I made this for the first time today. The recipe was very easy to follow and it turned out beautifully. I'm hooked!

Janelle

Monday 25th of April 2022

Thank you Zoe! Love your comment, it's made my day! If you haven't already, I'd love it if you rated the recipe 5 stars in the recipe card. Thank you so much!

Barb Ludena

Wednesday 12th of June 2019

Just an easy one why do you use all the egg when other recipes say yolk?s

Janelle

Thursday 13th of June 2019

I've not tried the other recipes so I can't compare flavors or textures. But my thoughts are: why over complicate a recipe with separating eggs when you don't have to? This turns out fantastic with the whole egg so why waste half an egg or spend extra time separating the eggs? I hope you'll try it and then maybe you can give a comparison. Great question!

Sherry

Tuesday 14th of November 2017

Would like the homemade recipe please.

Janelle

Sunday 19th of November 2017

Hi Sherry! I've linked to the recipe in the recipe card. Just click on the blue {I have a great recipe for this} words and it will take you to my recipe! I know you'll love it!

Emily

Thursday 14th of May 2015

I still remember the first time I ever made lemon curd, I could barely cook back then and it scared the bejesus out of me, but boy is it delicious!

Janelle

Thursday 21st of May 2015

Emily, it's so true! The first time is a bit scary. But then once you do it, and realize how easy it is and how INCREDIBLY good it is, there is no going back. You're hooked and must make it again and again!

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