Lemon Mousse Recipe

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We offer another recipe for Lemon Mousse, this one from Emily Shaw’s Inn

Difficulty: Average
Make Ahead
Serves 6

Ingredients:

  • 4 egg yolks
  • grated rind of 2 lemons
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • juice of 2 lemons
  • 1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 4 egg whites
  • 1 cup whipped cream for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Combine egg yolks with rind and sugar and beat until mixture is light.
  2. Combine the lemon juice and gelatin and let stand for 10 minutes.
  3. Place mixture over low heat until gelatin dissolves.
  4. Add to yolk mixture.
  5. Whisk the cream until thick and then fold into the mousse.
  6. Whip the egg whites until stiff and fold into the mousse.
  7. Pour into a 1-quart souffle dish and chill at least 2 hours.
  8. When ready to serve, top with whipped cream.