- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 120 kcal
Quick summary
“Light Lemon Mousse is tasty and refreshing, perfect for hot days. Saves calories without losing the intense lemon flavor.”
What you need to know
- Leveza com ingredientes light
- Gelatina em pó para textura firme
- Geladeira é fundamental para firmeza
Ingredients
Main
- 1 can of light condensed milk
- 1 can of light heavy cream
- 1/2 cup of lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons of unflavored gelatin powder
- 1/4 cup of water
- 2 tablespoons of sugar or sweetener to taste
- For a more intense flavor, add lemon zest to the mixture.
- If you prefer, replace the sugar with the sweetener of your choice to make it even lighter.
- Be careful with the temperature when melting the gelatin so it doesn't create lumps.
- Leave the mousse in the refrigerator long enough for it to be very firm.
- Can be served with red fruit syrup for a contrast of flavors.
Instructions
Principal
- Start by hydrating the gelatin, mixing it with the water in a small saucepan and heating over low heat until completely dissolved.
- In a bowl, use an electric mixer to combine the condensed milk, heavy cream, and lemon juice until a homogeneous cream forms.
- Add the dissolved gelatin to the cream, mixing well to incorporate all the ingredients.
- Distribute the mixture into silicone molds or ramekins.
- Refrigerate the mousse for at least 4 hours or until firm.
- After firm, you can remove from the mold carefully.
- Serve chilled, decorating with lemon zest or mint leaves.
- Enjoy your light and refreshing lemon mousse!
Chef's tips
- Mantenha a gelatina em água morna para dissolução perfeita
- Deixe a mousse repousar na geladeira por pelo menos 4 horas
- Use formas de silicone para facilitar a retirada
Variations
- Adicionar raspas de bergamota para um sabor diferente
- Incluir um pouco de baunilha para aroma adicional
- Usar adoçantes naturais como xilitol para diferentes texturas
Substitutions
- Pode-se usar leite condensado sem sabor light
- Creme de leite light pode ser substituído por leite condensado extra
- Suco de limão pode ser substituído por sumo de limão cítrico
How to store
Keeping the mousse in the refrigerator can last up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature 30 minutes before serving.
Can it be frozen?
Not recommended to freeze. If freezing, use plastic molds and thaw in the fridge for 12 hours.
What to serve with
Serves perfectly with red fruit syrup or light condensed milk ice cream.
Frequently asked questions
What makes the mousse firm?
Powdered gelatin is crucial to give firmness to the mousse. Make sure to dissolve it correctly in warm water.
Can I use fresh lemon?
Although possible, canned lemon juice is more practical and ensures consistency.
What to do if the mousse gets too liquid?
Try increasing the amount of gelatin powder or leaving the mousse in the fridge longer to firm up.
Is it safe to freeze?
We do not recommend freezing, as the texture may be compromised. If freezing, thaw in the refrigerator to maintain consistency.
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