Lemon Mousse Pie

Health score
11%
Lemon Mousse Pie
80 min.
8
1293kcal

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Indulge in the refreshing delight of Lemon Mousse Pie, a dessert that perfectly balances tangy and sweet flavors. This light and airy treat is ideal for any occasion, whether you're hosting a summer gathering or simply craving a zesty finish to your meal. With its creamy texture and vibrant lemony taste, this pie is sure to impress your family and friends.

What makes this Lemon Mousse Pie truly special is its simplicity. Made with just a handful of ingredients, it comes together effortlessly, allowing you to focus on enjoying the moment rather than spending hours in the kitchen. The combination of rich cream cheese and fluffy whipped cream creates a luscious filling that is both satisfying and refreshing. The addition of gelatin ensures that the mousse sets perfectly, giving you that delightful melt-in-your-mouth experience.

As you take your first bite, the bright notes of lemon juice and zest will awaken your taste buds, making this dessert a standout choice for lemon lovers. Plus, with only 80 minutes of preparation time, you can whip up this stunning pie without any hassle. So, gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • cup powdered sugar 
  • ounce cream cheese 
  • 0.3 ounce gelatin powder unflavored
  • cup cup heavy whipping cream 
  • 0.5 cup juice of lemon 
  • teaspoon lemon zest grated
  • inch pie crust dough 
  • 0.3 cup water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. In a saucepan, combine gelatin, lemon juice and water. Stir over medium heat until dissolved.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in grated lemon zest. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine cream cheese and sugar. Beat until smooth. Blend in gelatin mixture. Refrigerate 15 minutes until thick.
  4. Fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture. Spoon filling into baked pie crust. Refrigerate 1 hour or until firm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1293kcal
Protein5.34%
Fat55.11%
Carbs39.55%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.38
Glycemic Load
0.42
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
18.121739330499%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.74mg
Hesperetin
2.21mg
Naringenin
0.21mg
Quercetin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1293.41kcal
64.67%
Fat:79.19g
121.83%
Saturated Fat:30.93g
193.34%
Carbohydrates:127.87g
42.62%
Net Carbohydrates:122.17g
44.43%
Sugar:17g
18.89%
Cholesterol:62.25mg
20.75%
Sodium:1019.87mg
44.34%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.26g
34.53%
Manganese:1mg
50.06%
Vitamin B1:0.64mg
42.35%
Folate:164.59µg
41.15%
Iron:5.94mg
33.02%
Vitamin B3:6.14mg
30.68%
Vitamin B2:0.51mg
30.06%
Selenium:16.61µg
23.73%
Fiber:5.7g
22.79%
Phosphorus:211.18mg
21.12%
Vitamin K:17.97µg
17.12%
Vitamin A:821.35IU
16.43%
Vitamin B5:1.17mg
11.71%
Vitamin E:1.58mg
10.51%
Copper:0.2mg
10.06%
Magnesium:39.61mg
9.9%
Calcium:91.99mg
9.2%
Potassium:300.48mg
8.59%
Zinc:1.24mg
8.25%
Vitamin C:6.4mg
7.76%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.31%
Vitamin D:0.48µg
3.17%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.83%
Source:Allrecipes