Lemon-Lime Mousse

Name: Lemon-Lime Mousse
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Ingredients: 1/2 cup sugar; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; Pinch salt; 3 large egg yolks; 2/3 cup 2% milk; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest; 1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest; 1 cup heavy whipping cream; Lime slices, optional

For a light and refreshing dessert after any meal, try this tangy citrus treat. —Kathryn Anderson, Wallkill, New York.

Ingredients

1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
Pinch salt
3 large egg yolks
2/3 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon lime juice
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest
1 cup heavy whipping cream
Lime slices, optional

Directions

In a small saucepan, mix sugar, cornstarch and salt; whisk in egg yolks and milk until smooth. Whisk in citrus juices until blended; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Stir in citrus zests.
Transfer mixture to a bowl. Cover surface with plastic wrap; refrigerate until cold.
To serve, in a small bowl, beat cream until soft peaks form. Fold into citrus mixture. Spoon into serving dishes. If desired, top with lime slices.

Health Tip: Save nearly 40 calories and 5 g saturated fat per serving with an easy swap: Stir 1 cup fat-free lemon Greek yogurt into the lemon mixture first, then fold in 1/2 cup heavy cream that’s been beaten to soft peaks.

Nutrition Facts

1/2 cup: 257 calories, 18g fat (10g saturated fat), 149mg cholesterol, 57mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.

Originally published as Lemon-Lime Mousse in Taste of Home August/September 1998

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matteliz

May 16, 2016

Very citrus-y and creamy, and so easy to make. This was a hit with my family.
lshaw

Oct 13, 2014

First off: Plan to eat this the same day you make it!!! Why? The citric juices begin to "cook" the dairy ingredients and the texture is not as good the next day. I make this for summer night meals when lemon and lime flavors are especially appreciated. This one takes a bit of time and effort but it is made ahead of time anyway to cool in the fridge. I put in more than 1 Tbsp. of lime--maybe 2 Tablespoons. I also sometimes add green or yellow food coloring b/c without it, it looks a bit bland. The flavor is very good however. Suitable for company.