Keto Lemon Cottage Cheese Mousse is a creamy, cool treat. It balances the protein-rich, smooth cottage cheese & tart lemon flavor in this. It’s ideal if you want something light but filling after a meal. We make a rich mousse by combining lemon juice, heavy cream, cottage cheese, & vanilla. Each spoonful feels decadent while still adhering to your diet objectives with a velvety texture and a vibrant citrus flavor. Serve this Keto Lemon Cottage Cheese Mousse simply, garnished with a few fresh berries for color & taste, or with a sprinkling of lemon zest. You may indulge in this dessert guilt-free while adhering to your ketogenic diet because it is high in protein and low in carbohydrates.
Free Keto Meal Plan:Â STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
STATS:
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Preparation duration: Ten minutes
- Serving size: ½ cup
- Cook duration: None
- Cuisine: American
- Total duration: Ten minutes
- Course: Dessert
- Diet: High-Protein, Keto
- Portion: 4
EQUIPMENT:
- Blender
- Rubber spatula
- Vessel
- Dessert cups
INGREDIENTS:
- One cup of full-fat cottage cheese
- Two tbsp. heavy whipping cream
- One tbsp. unsalted butter
- Two tbsp. lemon juice
- One tsp. lemon zest
- Two tbsp. Erythritol powder
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Salt
INGREDIENT NOTES:
COTTAGE CHEESE:
- Cottage cheese adds protein & provides the mousse’s creamy basis. Using full-fat cottage cheese provides the smoothest, richest flavor. Thoroughly blend to get rid of any curds for a smooth texture.
HEAVY WHIPPING CREAM:
- The mousse is light and fluffy due to the heavy whipping cream. It provides a rich mouth feel & counterbalances the lemon’s acidity. Use cold cream for the best consistency.
UNSALTED BUTTER:
- The mousse gains depth & smooth texture from the use of unsalted butter. It contributes to a rich, unified flavor by binding the elements together. Use soft butter to combine more easily.
LEMON JUICE:
- The brightness and fresh tang that lemon juice provides define this dessert. The best juice for a crisp citrus flavor is freshly squeezed. Stay away from bottled juice to preserve the flavor.
LEMON ZEST:
- Lemon zest enhances the flavor of lemons without additional liquid. It adds a delicate textural contrast and a pleasing scent. Just grate the yellow skin to prevent bitterness.
ERYTHRITOL POWDER:
- Erythritol powder adds sweetness without causing sugar spikes or carbohydrates. The powdered form avoids grittiness and melts smoothly.
VANILLA EXTRACT:
- Vanilla extract enhances the warm and rounds the citrus flavor. It improves the harmony of acidic and sweet flavors overall. Imitation is less effective than a pure extract.
SALT:
- Add some salt to fix the sweet taste & sharpens the taste. Even a tiny quantity has an impact.
Free Keto Meal Plan:Â STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Mix the cottage cheese, lemon zest, butter, lemon juice, sweetener, salt, heavy cream, & vanilla extract.
- Then blend the mousse for 1-2 minutes on full speed to prepare it smooth & creamy. Scrape down the sides if necessary.
- Taste & adjust the lemon taste or sweetness as needed.
- Transfer the mixture with a spoon into dessert cups.
- Chill the mousse for one hour than serve for the greatest texture.
- Garnish the mousse with zest & fresh berries & serve.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
TOPPING:
- Whipped cream
- Lemon zest
- Shredded coconut
FRUITS:
- Raspberries
- Blueberries
- Strawberries
CRUNCHY ADD-ONS:
- Keto granola
- Crushed pecans
- Toasted almonds
SIDES:
- Keto shortbread cookies
- Almond flour crackers
- Coconut flour biscuits
DRINKS:
- Iced matcha latte
- Keto lemonade
- Black coffee
TIPS:
- Strain the cottage cheese to drain all the water, then blend for a smooth texture.
- Include a pinch to provide the nice yellow hue.
- Utilize keto sweetener of choice like monk fruit, Allulose, or stevia if required.
- Chill the dessert for the whole night to provide a thick mousse-like texture.
- Blend the mousse again if it firms in fridge.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Store the dessert in the closed box for three days.
FREEZER:
- Freeze this dessert for one month.
FAQs:
Can I prepare this mousse with the ricotta cheese?
- We can make this mousse with the ricotta cheese. The texture will be slightly grainy & have a less tangy flavor.
How to prepare non-dairy mousse?
- Coconut cream and vegan cottage cheese are used to prepare the non-dairy mousse.
Why does the mousse get grainy?
- You might not properly strain the cottage cheese or not blend enough to make a smooth texture, so it gets grainy.
Will I utilize lemon juice from a bottle?
- We can utilize lemon juice from a bottle, but it might not give the same result as required.
How to make this dessert sweeter?
- We can include one more spoon of sweetener or add according to the preferred sweetness.
Free Keto Meal Plan:Â STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 180 kcal
Potassium: 140 g
Net carbs: 3.8 g
Sodium: 120 g
Total carbs: 6.2 g
Fiber: 2.4 g
Calcium: 112 g
Protein: 15.6 g
Iron: 0.3 g
Fat: 12.5 g
Serving: 4
Vitamin A: 58 g
Portion size: ½ cup
