Description

Brighten your day with Lemon Cheesecake Mousse—a no-bake dessert that’s light, creamy, and bursting with citrusy zing. This mousse is a quick and refreshing treat, ideal for spring gatherings, summer parties, or lemon lovers!

Ingredients

8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp lemon zest
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tbsp powdered sugar (for whipping cream)

Optional Toppings:

Lemon zest
Crushed graham crackers
Whipped cream

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Instructions

Make the cream cheese base: Beat softened cream cheese and ½ cup powdered sugar until smooth. Mix in lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Whip the cream: In another bowl, whip heavy cream with 2 tbsp powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
Fold together: Gently fold whipped cream into the lemon mixture until light and airy.
Chill: Spoon into serving glasses or bowls. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Serve and garnish: Before serving, top with whipped cream, lemon zest, and/or crushed graham crackers.

Notes

For extra texture, layer with crushed graham crackers like a parfait.
Can be made a day in advance and kept chilled until ready to serve.
Adjust lemon juice to taste for more or less tartness.