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Easy 15-Minute Cottage Cheese Lemon Mousse

Easy 15-Minute Cottage Cheese Lemon Mousse

A quick no-bake lemon mousse made with blended cottage cheese, fresh lemon, vanilla, and whipped cream for a smooth, creamy, protein-rich dessert.
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Temps de préparation 15 minutes
Durée totale 1 hour
Catégorie Dessert
Cuisine North American
Portions 4 portions
Calories 230 kcal

Ingrédients
  

  • 1 cup cottage cheese preferably 2% or full-fat
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar plus more to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream cold
  • Optional toppings: extra lemon zest fresh berries, crushed cookies, graham crumbs, or whipped cream

Instructions
 

  • Add the cottage cheese, powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla, and salt to a blender or food processor. Blend for 1 to 2 minutes, or until completely smooth.
  • In a separate bowl, whip the cold heavy cream until soft peaks form.
  • Stir one-third of the whipped cream into the lemon cottage cheese mixture to lighten it.
  • Gently fold in the remaining whipped cream until smooth and airy.
  • Spoon the mousse into 4 small glasses or jars.
  • Chill for at least 1 hour, or 2 to 4 hours for a thicker texture.
  • Garnish with lemon zest, berries, cookie crumbs, or whipped cream before serving.

Notes

FAQ

Can you taste the cottage cheese?

Not if it is blended properly. The cottage cheese adds creaminess, body, and a slight tang, but the lemon and vanilla are the main flavours.

Do I need a blender?

Yes, a blender or food processor is strongly recommended. The mousse needs a smooth cottage cheese base. Whisking by hand will not remove the curds.

Can I make this mousse without heavy cream?

Yes. Use Greek yogurt instead for a thicker, tangier version. It will not be as airy, but it will still be creamy and fresh.

Can I make it sweeter?

Yes. Add more powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it tastes right. Lemon desserts need enough sweetness to balance the acidity.

Can I make it more lemony?

Yes. Add more lemon zest first. If you add too much lemon juice, the mousse can become too loose or too sharp.

How long does it need to chill?

At least 1 hour. For the best texture, chill it for 2 to 4 hours.

Can I make it ahead?

Yes. This mousse keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days. Keep it covered until serving.

Can I freeze cottage cheese lemon mousse?

I do not recommend freezing it. The texture can separate once thawed.

Can I use ricotta instead of cottage cheese?

Yes, but the flavour and texture will be different. Ricotta is thicker and milder. Cottage cheese gives a slightly tangier, lighter result once blended.

Is this a healthy dessert?

It is a protein-rich dessert compared with many traditional mousses, but it is still dessert. It is a lighter homemade option, not a diet or medical recipe.
Mots clés Cottage Cheese, lemon mousse, no-bake dessert