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Lemon Cheesecake Mousse

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This Lemon Cheesecake Mousse is a light, creamy, and tangy dessert that combines the richness of cheesecake with the airy texture of mousse. Layered over a buttery graham cracker crust and topped with lemon curd, it’s a refreshing and elegant treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

3/4 cup crushed graham crackers (6 full sheets)

2 Tbsp (26 g) granulated sugar

3 Tbsp (42 g) salted butter, melted

2 1/2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice

1 1/2 Tbsp water

1 1/2 tsp unflavored gelatin powder

1 1/2 cups (355 ml) heavy cream

1 cup (110 g) powdered sugar, divided

Yellow food coloring (optional)

12 oz (340 g) cream cheese, softened

1 (10 oz) jar lemon curd

Sweetened whipped cream, lemon wedges, blueberries, and mint for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine crushed graham crackers, granulated sugar, and melted butter in a small bowl until evenly coated.
  2. Divide mixture among serving cups or ramekins, pressing gently to form crusts. Chill while preparing mousse.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice and water, then sprinkle gelatin on top. Let sit 5 minutes to bloom.
  4. Microwave gelatin mixture for about 10 seconds until dissolved. Cool slightly.
  5. In a large bowl, whip heavy cream with 1/2 cup powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Refrigerate while preparing filling.
  6. In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese with remaining 1/2 cup powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
  7. Add lemon curd and cooled gelatin mixture to cream cheese; beat until combined. Add yellow food coloring if desired.
  8. Gently fold whipped cream into lemon mixture until smooth and fluffy.
  9. Spoon or pipe mousse over chilled crusts. Refrigerate for 2–3 hours or until set.
  10. Top with whipped cream, lemon wedges, blueberries, or mint before serving.

Notes

Chill mousse for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best texture.

Use homemade or store-bought lemon curd—homemade adds a fresher flavor.

For extra lemon tang, add lemon zest or a few drops of lemon extract.

Layer mousse with fruit or crushed cookies for a parfait-style dessert.

Best served cold; do not freeze as texture may separate.

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