Description
This Creamy Lemon Mousse with Lemon Curd is the perfect balance of tangy and sweet. Fluffy, silky mousse is layered with bright homemade lemon curd and fresh berries for a refreshing dessert that feels light yet indulgent.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 eggs
- 3 egg yolks
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup lemon juice (from 5–6 lemons)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups berries (strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries)
- 2 teaspoons sugar
Instructions
- Make the Lemon Curd: In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together eggs, egg yolks, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook, whisking constantly, until thickened (about 8–10 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in butter until melted. Strain through a fine sieve for smoothness. Chill completely.
- Whip the Cream: In a large chilled bowl, whip heavy cream with 2 teaspoons sugar until soft peaks form.
- Fold Mousse: Gently fold half of the chilled lemon curd into the whipped cream until fully combined and airy.
- Assemble: Spoon mousse into cups or bowls. Top each serving with a layer of remaining lemon curd, then garnish with fresh berries.
- Chill & Serve: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving for best texture. Enjoy the creamy, citrusy goodness!
Notes
- Make the lemon curd a day in advance for easier assembly.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less sugar depending on the tartness of your lemons.
- Try layering the mousse, curd, and berries in a trifle dish for a beautiful presentation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop, No-Bake
- Cuisine: American, French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (out of 6)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 160mg