Lemon-Lime Mousse
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 20 min. Cook: 10 min. + chilling
YIELD: 6 servings.
For a light and refreshing dessert after any meal, try this tangy citrus treat. —Kathryn Anderson, Wallkill, New York.
Ingredients
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1/2 cup sugar
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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Pinch salt
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3 large egg yolks
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2/3 cup 2% milk
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1/4 cup lemon juice
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1 tablespoon lime juice
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1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
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1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest
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1 cup heavy whipping cream
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Lime slices, optional
Directions
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1.
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.
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2.
Transfer mixture to a bowl. Cover surface with plastic wrap; refrigerate until cold.
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3.
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.
Nutrition Facts
1/2 cup: 257 calories, 18g fat (10g saturated fat), 149mg cholesterol, 57mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.
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