Description
A fluffy, citrusy, and completely dairy-free dessert, this Easy & Vegan Lemon Mousse is light, zesty, and refreshingly simple to make. It’s the perfect treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Full-Fat Coconut Milk: 1 can (13.5 oz), chilled overnight
- Lemons: 2 large, zested and juiced
- Maple Syrup: 1/4 cup
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
- Cornstarch: 2 tablespoons
- Silken Tofu: 1/2 cup
- Turmeric (Optional): A pinch
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Make sure your blender is clean and ready to use.
- Combine Ingredients: In a blender, mix silken tofu, maple syrup, lemon juice, zest, vanilla, and turmeric. Blend until smooth.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: In a saucepan, whisk coconut milk and cornstarch. Heat over medium, stirring until thick. Let cool slightly.
- Assemble the Dish: Blend the coconut mixture with the tofu mixture until airy and well combined.
- Cook to Perfection: Taste and adjust sweetness or acidity if needed.
- Finishing Touches: Spoon into serving glasses and tap to level.
- Serve and Enjoy: Chill for at least 2 hours. Garnish before serving.
Notes
- Use full-fat coconut milk for the best texture.
- Adjust lemon and sweetness to taste before chilling.
- Let it chill uncovered for 30 minutes, then cover.
- Serve in clear jars for a pretty presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: lemon mousse, vegan dessert, easy lemon recipe, dairy-free mousse, plant-based dessert