Lemon Mousse with Fresh Berries

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
5%
Lemon Mousse with Fresh Berries
45 min.
8
415kcal

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Indulge your senses with a delightful Lemon Mousse paired with a vibrant medley of fresh berries. This luscious dessert is a perfect blend of creamy, tangy, and sweet flavors that will transport you to a sun-kissed garden with every bite. With its light and airy texture, this mousse bursts with the refreshing essence of fresh lemons, making it an ideal treat for any occasion.

Designed with health-conscious dessert lovers in mind, this vegetarian and gluten-free recipe features an enticing collection of seasonal fruits, including strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries. Each spoonful not only offers a satisfying taste but also a burst of antioxidants, making it a guilt-free indulgence.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party, celebrating a special occasion, or simply treating yourself to something exquisite, this Lemon Mousse with Fresh Berries is sure to impress your guests and create lasting memories. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can effortlessly whip up this show-stopping dessert that serves eight people. So, grab your whisk and let your culinary creativity shine as you create this elegant mousse that promises to be the star of the dining table!

Ingredients

  • ounce blackberries fresh
  • ounce blueberries fresh
  • large egg yolk 
  • large eggs 
  • 0.8 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • 5.5 tablespoons lemon zest grated
  • servings mint leaves fresh
  • ounce raspberries fresh
  •  strawberries whole (for garnish)
  • 12 ounce strawberries hulled halved quartered (or if large)
  • cup sugar 
  • cups whipping cream chilled

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • hand mixer
  • kitchen thermometer
  • pastry bag

Directions

  1. Combine 1 cup sugar, lemon juice, 6 egg yolks, 2 whole eggs and grated lemon peel in large metal bowl. Set bowl over saucepan of simmering water (do not allow bowl to touch water).
  2. Whisk until mixture thickens and thermometer inserted into mixture registers 160°F.
  3. Transfer lemon curd to another large bowl. Chill until cool, whisking occasionally.
  4. Toss halved strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries and remaining 1 tablespoon sugar in another large bowl.
  5. Using electric mixer, beat 11/2 cups cream in medium bowl until medium-firm peaks form. Fold 1/3 of whipped cream into lemon curd to lighten, then fold in remaining whipped cream.
  6. Divide berry mixture among 8 dessert bowls or wineglasses. Spoon lemon mousse over berries. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  7. Using electric mixer, beat remaining 1/2 cup cream in medium bowl until stiff peaks form. Spoon whipped cream atop desserts or transfer whipped cream to pastry bag fitted with large star tip and pipe atop desserts.
  8. Garnish with whole strawberries and mint sprigs.

Nutrition Facts

Calories415kcal
Protein6.06%
Fat55.61%
Carbs38.33%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.14
Glycemic Load
20.25
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
14.088260847589%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
33.7mg
Petunidin
6.83mg
Delphinidin
7.98mg
Malvidin
14.4mg
Pelargonidin
13.85mg
Peonidin
4.41mg
Catechin
10.98mg
Epigallocatechin
0.68mg
Epicatechin
2.1mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.32mg
Eriodictyol
1.43mg
Hesperetin
3.41mg
Naringenin
0.46mg
Apigenin
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.17mg
Kaempferol
0.7mg
Myricetin
0.45mg
Quercetin
3.31mg
Gallocatechin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:414.92kcal
20.75%
Fat:26.68g
41.05%
Saturated Fat:15.33g
95.8%
Carbohydrates:41.37g
13.79%
Net Carbohydrates:36.67g
13.34%
Sugar:34.31g
38.13%
Cholesterol:251.43mg
83.81%
Sodium:42.15mg
1.83%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.54g
13.09%
Vitamin C:59.01mg
71.52%
Manganese:0.59mg
29.42%
Vitamin A:1242.46IU
24.85%
Selenium:13.33µg
19.04%
Fiber:4.7g
18.78%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.75%
Folate:57.26µg
14.32%
Phosphorus:138.52mg
13.85%
Vitamin D:1.89µg
12.6%
Vitamin K:13.2µg
12.57%
Vitamin E:1.77mg
11.77%
Vitamin B5:0.99mg
9.94%
Calcium:93.78mg
9.38%
Potassium:290.37mg
8.3%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
8.02%
Vitamin B12:0.46µg
7.58%
Iron:1.3mg
7.24%
Magnesium:26.39mg
6.6%
Copper:0.13mg
6.52%
Zinc:0.94mg
6.3%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.34%
Vitamin B3:0.67mg
3.34%
Source:Epicurious