New York-Style Cheesecake Mousse
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 20 min. + chilling
YIELD: 12 servings.
This cheesecake mousse actually tastes better after chilling overnight. Once chilled, it can be covered with plastic wrap and refrigerated for up to three days. Berries are optional, but they're a flavorful and festive way to dress up this dessert. —Caroline Wamelink, Cleveland Heights, Ohio
Ingredients
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1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
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1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
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3/4 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
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1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
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4 teaspoons sugar
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2 tablespoons butter, melted
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Sliced fresh strawberries, optional
Directions
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1.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, vanilla and lemon zest until fluffy. Fold in whipped cream. Divide among 12 dessert dishes. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
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2.
Meanwhile, preheat oven to 375°. Combine cracker crumbs and sugar in a small bowl; add butter and mix well. Press to a 1/4-in. thickness on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake until lightly browned, 10-12 minutes. Cool completely.
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3.
Just before serving, crumble graham cracker mixture; sprinkle over mousse. Top with strawberries if desired.
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