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Citronfromage Dessert Opskrift - A Classic Danish Lemon Mousse Dessert Recipe

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Danish Lemon Mousse

Cultural Context

Originating from Denmark, Lemon Mousse, or Citronfromage, is a classic dessert often enjoyed during festive occasions and family gatherings. This light and refreshing mousse showcases the bright flavor of lemons, making it a delightful end to a meal. In modern times, it has gained popularity beyond Denmark, appearing in various forms across Europe and adapting to local tastes.

DanishDKdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
4 eggs
1/3 cup sugar
1 cup whipping cream
juice of 3 lemons
2 tablespoons unflavored gelatin
1/2 cup water
lemon zest

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: whipped topping

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

1

Separate the 4 eggs into yolks and whites.

2

Dissolve 2 tablespoons of gelatin in 1/2 cup of water.

3

Grate lemon zest and add it to the gelatin mixture.

4

Pour hot water over the gelatin to ensure it dissolves.

5

Whip the egg whites until stiff peaks form.

6

Whip the cream until soft peaks form.

7

Mix the egg yolks with 1/3 cup of sugar until lighter in color.

8

Add the dissolved gelatin and juice from 1 and 1/2 lemons to the egg yolk mixture.

9

Fold in the whipped egg whites and 2/3 of the whipped cream into the egg yolk mixture.

10

Transfer the mixture to the refrigerator to set before decorating.

11

Serve in individual glasses or a big glass bowl, decorated with lemon slices and whipped cream.

Cooking Techniques

whippingfoldingzestingjuicing

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlwhiskrefrigeratorglasses or bowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

eggsmilk

Also Known As

Lemon MousseCitronfromage

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