Easy Lemon Mousse

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.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 10 mins
• Calories: 545 Calories

Ingredients

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

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

Garnish with fresh berries and mint leaves.