Light and Fluffy Lemon Mousse
With just a few simple steps, you can turn your homemade lemon curd into a dreamy and luscious lemon mousse.
Mousse is undoubtedly a dessert that exudes luxury and indulgence, making it the perfect choice for those special occasions that call for something truly extraordinary. However, once you've tasted the silky smooth texture and delectable flavors of a homemade mousse, you may find yourself longing for it on a daily basis.
And this lemon mousse is certainly no exception. With its bright and zesty flavor, it is a true delight for the senses, and the fact that it can be whipped up with such ease only adds to its appeal. By transforming your homemade lemon curd into a light and fluffy masterpiece, you can easily create a dessert that is both impressive and satisfying, making it the ideal choice for any occasion, from a fancy dinner party to a casual family gathering. So why not treat yourself to a little bit of luxury and indulge in the creamy goodness of this delightful lemon mousse?
In a mixing bowl, use a hand mixer to whip the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Set aside the whipped egg whites.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream using the same hand mixer until you get softer stiff peaks.
Measure out the lemon curd into another mixing bowl. Starting with the whipped cream, gently fold in a third of the cream into the lemon curd. When that third is almost fully incorporated, fold in a third of the whipped egg whites. Repeat the process until both the egg whites and whipped cream are fully incorporated. The lemon curd will become light and fluffy.
Cover and store the mousse in the fridge for at least 1 hour or up to overnight . Serve with additional whipped cream if desired.
*Notes: It’s very important that you slowly and gently fold in the whipped egg whites and cream. If you incorporate the egg whites and cream all at once it might become grainy in texture. And if you don’t fold the ingredients gently you will knock out too much air out of the egg whites and cream. If there isn’t enough air, the mousse will not have a fluffy consistency but will be liquidy.
If you didn’t make your own lemon curd, feel free to use store bought lemon curd or even lemon instant pudding as a substitute.