No Bake Lemon Mascarpone Mousse (Printable View)
Light, creamy lemon mascarpone mousse that comes together in just 20 minutes. A refreshing no-bake dessert perfect for warm weather.
# Ingredient List:
→ Dairy
01 - 1 cup mascarpone cheese, cold
02 - 1/2 cup heavy cream, cold
→ Citrus
03 - Zest of 2 lemons
04 - 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
→ Sweeteners
05 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
→ Garnish
07 - Fresh berries
08 - Lemon zest
09 - Mint leaves
# How to Prepare:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the mascarpone cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat with a hand mixer on medium speed until smooth and well combined.
02 - In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
03 - Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture in two additions, using a spatula, until fully incorporated and light.
04 - Spoon or pipe the mousse evenly into serving glasses or bowls.
05 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set and chilled.
06 - Garnish with fresh berries, a sprinkle of lemon zest, and mint leaves just before serving, if desired.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- It comes together in under 20 minutes but tastes like something from a fancy restaurant
- The texture is impossibly light while still feeling indulgent and special
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- Overbeating the mascarpone mixture can cause it to curdle and turn grainy, so stop as soon as everything is smooth and combined
- Room temperature ingredients incorporate more easily, but keep the mascarpone and cream cold until you start mixing for the best texture
03 -
- Chill your mixing bowl and beaters for 10 minutes before whipping the cream, it makes a huge difference in how quickly it whips up
- Fold like you mean it, gently but thoroughly, to keep the texture airy without leaving streaks of unincorporated whipped cream