Lemon Blueberry Mousse (Printable)
Light mousse with tangy lemon and sweet blueberry compote layers
# What You’ll Need:
→ Lemon Base
01 - 2 large lemons, zested and juiced (about 1/3 cup juice)
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 3 large egg yolks
04 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cubed
→ Blueberry Compote
05 - 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
06 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
07 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
→ Mousse
08 - 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
09 - 1/4 cup powdered sugar
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Garnish
11 - Fresh blueberries
12 - Lemon zest
13 - Fresh mint leaves
# Steps:
01 - Whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, sugar, and egg yolks in a small saucepan. Place over medium-low heat and cook, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon, approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in butter until completely smooth. Transfer to a bowl and allow to cool completely.
02 - Combine blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until blueberries burst and sauce thickens slightly, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
03 - In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract using an electric mixer or hand whisk until soft peaks form.
04 - Gently fold the cooled lemon curd into the whipped cream using a rubber spatula until fully combined and smooth, taking care not to deflate the mixture.
05 - Spoon a layer of blueberry compote into the bottom of 4 serving glasses. Top with lemon mousse. Repeat layers if desired, finishing with mousse on top.
06 - Refrigerate the assembled mousse for at least 2 hours to set properly. Before serving, garnish with fresh blueberries, lemon zest, and mint leaves.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The contrast between bright lemon and sweet blueberries hits every flavor note
- You can make it ahead and feel fancy without actually trying that hard
02 -
- The curd must be completely cool before folding into whipped cream or it will deflate
- Overwhipping the cream makes it grainy and hard to fold smoothly
03 -
- Room temperature ingredients prevent curdling and ensure smooth incorporation
- Folding gently preserves the air bubbles that make mousse light and airy