Ingredients
1 cup heavy cream (cold)
1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
1/4 cup key lime juice (freshly squeezed)
1 teaspoon lime zest
Pinch of salt
1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs (for crust or layer)
Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
Lime slices (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Chill mixing bowl and whisk attachment thoroughly.
Pour cold heavy cream into chilled bowl.
Whip cream on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold in sweetened condensed milk.
Stir in key lime juice, lime zest, and a pinch of salt.
Optional: Press graham cracker crumbs into serving dish as a crust.
Layer mousse mixture into prepared dish or dessert cups.
Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
Top with whipped cream and lime slices if desired.
Notes
Coconut cream can substitute heavy cream for a dairy-free version
Bottled key lime juice works but fresh is recommended for flavor
Crust is optional; mousse can be served standalone
Store covered in refrigerator for up to 3 days
- Prep Time: 15
- Category: No-Bake Creamy Desserts
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving of ~1/2 cup
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 85mg