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Easy Lemon Mousse

A classic lemon mousse needs quite a few ingredients, for you to spend time at the stove stirring constantly, and chilling time in between steps. While there’s nothing quite like a true lemon mousse from scratch, sometimes you just need a quick and totally effortless dessert.  And I am all about easy peasy delicious desserts!

INGREDIENTS

  • 12 ounces (340g) cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup (225 g) confectioners sugar
  • 1 lemon, juiced (about 1/4 cup)
  • pinch kosher salt
  • 1 cup (238g) whipped topping, plus more for garnish
  • lemon wedges, for garnish
  • 1 cup finely crushed shortbread cookies, plus more for garnish, optional step

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until it is light and fluffy.
  2. Add in the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and salt and beat until everything is combined.
  3. Gently fold in the whipped topping.
  4. IF YOU ARE ADDING THE SHORTBREAD CRUST: Divide crushed shortbread cookies between 4 dessert cups. (This step is optional)
  5. Equally divide lemon mousse into cups and refrigerate uncovered until thickened, (about 1 hour up 24 hours).
  6. When ready to serve, top with remaining whipped topping and lemon wedges.