Description
Lemon Blueberry Shortbread Mousse is a decadent dessert that brings together the tangy brightness of lemon, the sweet burst of fresh blueberries, and the buttery richness of shortbread. With its velvety mousse texture and layers of shortbread crumbles, this dessert is a delightful combination of flavors and textures. Perfect for elegant dinners, summer gatherings, or a refreshing twist on a classic treat, this no-bake mousse is as visually stunning as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- ½ cup blueberry jam or preserves
- 1 cup shortbread cookies, crushed (about 10–12 cookies)
- Lemon slices or zest for garnish (optional)
Ingredient Highlights
- Lemon Juice and Zest: These provide the vibrant citrus flavor that complements the mousse’s creamy base.
- Heavy Whipping Cream: This is whipped to soft peaks for the mousse, giving it a light and airy texture.
- Blueberries: Fresh blueberries add a burst of natural sweetness and pair perfectly with the lemon flavor.
- Shortbread Cookies: These buttery cookies offer a rich, crunchy contrast to the light mousse.
Instructions
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- ½ cup blueberry jam or preserves
- 1 cup shortbread cookies, crushed (about 10-12 cookies)
- Lemon slices or zest for garnish (optional)
Ingredient Highlights
- Lemon Juice and Zest: These provide the vibrant citrus flavor that complements the mousse’s creamy base.
- Heavy Whipping Cream: This is whipped to soft peaks for the mousse, giving it a light and airy texture.
- Blueberries: Fresh blueberries add a burst of natural sweetness and pair perfectly with the lemon flavor.
- Shortbread Cookies: These buttery cookies offer a rich, crunchy contrast to the light mousse.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-4 hours
Nutrition
- Calories: 250-300 kcal