Keto Lemon Mascarpone Mousse
A creamy, zesty, low-carb dessert that is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the guilt.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 70 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Keto
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered erythritol (or other sweetener)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and equipment.
- Beat the heavy cream: In a mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream and a pinch of salt, beat until soft peaks form (3-5 minutes).
- Mix the mascarpone: In another bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, powdered erythritol, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla, beating until smooth (2-3 minutes).
- Fold in the cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until just combined.
- Chill the mousse: Spoon the mousse into individual dishes, cover, and chill for at least an hour.
- Garnish and serve: Once set, garnish with lemon zest, fresh berries, or whipped cream.
Notes
For best results, chill your mixing bowl before whipping the cream. Serve in elegant glassware for a sophisticated touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: keto dessert, lemon mousse, low-carb dessert
Find it online: https://mapleladle.com/keto-lemon-mascarpone-mousse-keto-mousse/