Lemon Cheesecake Mousse
Skip the heavy chocolate desserts for a light, refreshing lemon cheesecake mousse. This bright citrus treat is the perfect ending to any warm weather meal!
Prep Time2 hours hrs 15 minutes mins
Total Time2 hours hrs 15 minutes mins
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6
Calories: 202kcal
Author: Meaghan @ 4 Sons R Us
- 1 3 oz pkg lemon jello NOT pudding
- 1/2 cup boiling water
- 1 8 oz pkg cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1 cup cool whip
- fresh berries for garnish
- whipped cream for garnish
- mint leaves for garnish
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To a medium mixing bowl, add the jello powder. Pour in the boiling water, and whisk until the jello's completely dissolved.
To a blender add the jello water, cream cheese, and cold water. Blend for 60 seconds, or until the mixture's completely smooth.
Pour the mixture back into the mixing bowl, and using a spatula fold in the cool whip until completely incorporated.
Pour the mixture evenly out into 4-6 ramekins (depending on size), and chill them in the refrigerator for 2 hours or until set/firm.
Serve the chilled mousse topped with fresh berries, whipped cream, and mint leaves for garnish.
Calories: 202kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 44mg | Sodium: 198mg | Potassium: 67mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 530IU | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 1mg