Lemon Cream Recipe

This Lemon Cream Recipe is a delightful no-bake dessert that balances bright citrus notes with rich, sweet cream. The combination of lemon gelatin and heavy whipped cream creates a light yet satisfying mousse-like consistency. It is perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or as a refreshing finish to a heavy meal. The recipe is straightforward, requiring only a few pantry staples to come together quickly. Serve chilled for the best texture and flavor, allowing the lemon to shine through the creamy base.

Cuisine: American

Courses: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 1

Calories: 272.3

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

This Lemon Cream Recipe is a delightful no-bake dessert that balances bright citrus notes with rich, sweet cream. The combination of lemon gelatin and heavy whipped cream creates a light yet satisfying mousse-like consistency. It is perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or as a refreshing finish to a heavy meal. The recipe is straightforward, requiring only a few pantry staples to come together quickly. Serve chilled for the best texture and flavor, allowing the lemon to shine through the creamy base.

Ingredients

2 Small packages of lemon gelatin (3 oz each)
1 cup Hot water
1 cup Heavy cream, whipped stiff

Directions

1
Bring 1 cup of water to a boil.
2
Sprinkle the lemon gelatin powder into a heat-proof bowl.
3
Pour the boiling water over the gelatin powder and stir until completely dissolved.
4
Allow the gelatin mixture to cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally to prevent skin formation.
5
Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
6
Gently fold the cooled gelatin mixture into the whipped cream until fully combined and smooth.
7
Pour the mixture into serving dishes or a large bowl.
8
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1 cups

Amount Per Serving
Calories 272.3kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22.7g35%
Saturated Fat 13.9g70%
Cholesterol 68.0mg23%
Sodium 45.5mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 13.2g5%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g5%
Sugars 11.8g
Protein 5.1g11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: lemon, cream, dessert, no-bake, gelatin, jello, whipped cream, citrus, easy, chilled, make-ahead, potluck, summer, light, tangy, smooth, simple, quick, refreshing, homemade

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