Vida Recetas Editorial
Discover how to make a refreshing and fluffy lemon mousse with only three ingredients and a foolproof trick. This mousse recipe is perfect for those seeking a light, no-bake dessert with an irresistible citrus flavor. Originating from home cooking, this version uses cold evaporated milk, which when whipped transforms into an airy cream, achieving a texture similar to a traditional mousse but without needing heavy cream or gelatin.
The key is to whip the well-chilled evaporated milk: as it incorporates air, it increases in volume and acquires a creamy consistency. The lemon juice, added gradually, helps stabilize the mixture and provides the acidity that balances the sugar's sweetness. The result is a smooth dessert with fine bubbles and an intense lemon flavor.
You can customize your lemon mousse by adding lemon zest for more aroma, or decorating with fresh mint, berries, or crushed cookies. It's ideal for serving in individual glasses or in a large bowl. This easy recipe is perfect for beginners and for special occasions.
Prep
15 min
Servings
8
Calories
368 kcal
Place the can of evaporated milk in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours.
Pour the evaporated milk into a tall mold and whisk. When the liquid begins to gain volume, the juice of the two lemons is added little by little while continuing to beat, and then add the sugar tablespoon by tablespoon, always whisking.
Once the mousse is ready, spread it into glasses, small glasses or wherever you like.
You can garnish with mint just like I did, or with whatever you want.
This recipe has a easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 15 minutes and the cooking time is 0 minutes.
This recipe is designed for 8 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
