Lemon-Lime Mousse Recipe
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Lemon-Lime Mousse

By: Kathryn Anderson 
"'For a light and refreshing dessert after any meal, try this tangy citrus treat,' suggests field editor Kathryn Anderson of Wallkill, New York."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.6 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (23)

Prep Time:
20 Min
Ready In:
20 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • Pinch salt
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 2/3 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated lime peel
  • 1 cup whipping cream, whipped
  • lime slices and additional lemon peel (optional)

Directions

  1. In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch and salt. In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks and milk; stir into sugar mixture. Add juices; whisk until smooth. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil. Cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Add lemon and lime peel. Cover surface with plastic wrap; refrigerate until completely cooled. Fold in whipped cream. Spoon into individual dishes. Garnish with lime slices and lemon peel if desired.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 12, 2008 by nicolekrystyn   view full review
Very very sweet and tangy at the same time. You can really taste the lemon and lime. It was...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 26, 2010 by naples34102 Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
Light, refreshing dessert, especially nice after a heavy or spicy meal. However, I found this...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 13, 2008 by Belle   view full review
I thought this tasted delicious. And like another reviewer mentioned, it actually can be used...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on May 8, 2009 by Louiselombard   view full review
I tried this for a dinner party because I could make it in the morning and leave it in the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on May 10, 2010 by JAN   view full review
I made a large batch of this with fresh limes from my tree and served it in meringue shells...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 1, 2009 by mickey   view full review
I keep on making this recipe. It takes a bit of time, but it's worth it. Also nice from the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 13, 2011 by lauriedoyle   view full review
This was absolutely amazing!! I am a lemon-anything lover and this was fabulous! Make sure...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 29, 2009 by KIRKCOOK   view full review
The adults enjoyed this, although it was closer to a custard than a mousse. If I make it...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 11, 2011 by Magpie   view full review
This recipe was GREAT! It was very easy and didn't take long. As others mentioned - definitely...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 28, 2010 by jerseygirl   view full review
Very nice. Just the right amount of tangy and sweet. Great on a hot summer day.

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