Description
Lemon Cheesecake Mousse Cups are a light and refreshing dessert that combines the creamy texture of cheesecake with the zesty flavor of lemon, served in individual cups for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Graham cracker crumbs (for topping)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
- Divide the mousse into individual cups and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
- Before serving, top with graham cracker crumbs and additional lemon zest if desired.
Notes
- For a stronger lemon flavor, increase the amount of lemon juice and zest.
- This dessert can be made a day in advance for convenience.
- Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Lemon Cheesecake Mousse Cups, dessert, no-bake cheesecake, lemon dessert