Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of our Easy Cottage Cheese Lemon Mousse—a creamy and refreshing dessert that perfectly balances simplicity and flavor. This light mousse is not only quick to prepare but also guilt-free, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings, dinner parties, or a sweet weeknight treat. With its zesty lemon flavor and smooth texture, this dessert stands out as a nutritious option that satisfies your sweet tooth without compromising on taste. Impress your guests with this elegant treat, served in individual cups or bowls, and enjoy the versatility of this healthy dessert that can be made ahead of time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups plain cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup sugar-free maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons grated lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/2 tablespoon gelatin powder
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla essence (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the gelatin by combining gelatin powder and water in a small bowl. Let it bloom for about 5 minutes, then heat gently in the microwave until dissolved.
- In a blender, combine cottage cheese, maple syrup, lemon zest, lemon juice, and optional vanilla essence. Blend until smooth.
- Slowly add the dissolved gelatin while blending on low speed until well combined.
- Pour the mousse into serving cups or bowls and refrigerate for at least 120 minutes to set.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 154
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 10mg