Lemon Mousse with Greek Yogurt
This light and tangy Lemon Mousse with Greek Yogurt is a diabetes-friendly, gluten-free, and vegetarian no-bake dessert made with fresh lemon. It is the perfect make-ahead treat that delivers a refreshing finish to any meal.
Servings: 4
Calories: 211.9kcal
Ingredients
- ¾ cup whipping cream
- 1 cup Greek yogurt plain 2%
- 3 tbsp lemon juice fresh
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or sweetener of choice
- 1 pinch salt
Equipment
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- 2 mixing bowls
- 4 Small serving jars or ramekins
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whip the cream to soft peaks using a hand mixer (1–2 minutes).¾ cup whipping cream
- In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, sweetener and a pinch of salt. Taste and adjust sweetness or lemon intensity.1 cup Greek yogurt, 3 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp lemon zest, 2 tbsp maple syrup, 1 pinch salt
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the lemon yogurt mixture until smooth and airy. Avoid over-mixing.
- Spoon into 4 small jars or glasses.
- Chill at least 1–2 hours for best texture.
- Serve as is or top with fresh berries.
Cooking Tips
- Whip cream to soft peaks — not stiff peaks: Soft peaks are ideal for folding. Over-whipping the cream can make it grainy or harder to combine, resulting in a dense or uneven texture.
- Use full-fat or 2% Greek yogurt: This helps create a rich, creamy texture without needing too much whipped cream. Avoid fat-free yogurt for better flavour and consistency.
- Taste before chilling: Once the yogurt mixture is combined (before folding in the whipped cream), taste it to check for balance. Add more lemon juice for brightness or sweetener if needed.
- Chill thoroughly: Allow at least 1–2 hours in the fridge for the mousse to set and for flavours to develop. Longer chilling (up to overnight) improves texture.
- Serve cold: This mousse is best served chilled straight from the fridge for a firm, refreshing bite.
- Make it dairy-free (if needed): Use a dairy-free whipped topping and a plant-based Greek-style yogurt (like coconut or almond-based) to make this recipe suitable for dairy-free or vegan diets.
- Garnish right before serving: Add fresh berries, lemon zest, or granola just before serving to keep textures crisp and vibrant.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Lemon Mousse with Greek Yogurt
Serving Size
0.5 cup
Amount per Serving
Calories
211.9
% Daily Value*
Fat
16.3
g
25
%
Saturated Fat
10.3
g
64
%
Trans Fat
0.003
g
Cholesterol
52.9
mg
18
%
Sodium
40.8
mg
2
%
Potassium
147.8
mg
4
%
Carbohydrates
10.7
g
4
%
Fiber
0.1
g
0
%
Sugar
9.2
g
10
%
Protein
6.5
g
13
%
Vitamin C
5.3
mg
6
%
Vitamin D
0.7
µg
5
%
Calcium
97.2
mg
10
%
Iron
0.1
mg
1
%
Magnesium
11.5
mg
3
%
Zinc
0.4
mg
3
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.