Ingredients
Cream Cheese – 8 ounces (226g), full-fat, softened to room temperature
Sweetened Condensed Milk – 1 (14 ounce) can
Lemon Juice – 1/4 cup (60ml), freshly squeezed from about 2 medium lemons
Lemon Zest – 1 tablespoon, from 1-2 medium lemons
Heavy Cream – 1 cup (240ml), cold, at least 35% fat
Vanilla Extract – 1 teaspoon, pure
Graham Cracker Crumbs – 1.5 cups, finely crushed from about 10-12 full crackers
Unsalted Butter – 6 tablespoons (85g), melted
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, add softened cream cheese and mix on low speed until smooth.
Gradually add sweetened condensed milk and blend until well combined.
Stir in freshly squeezed lemon juice and lemon zest.
In a separate bowl, whip cold heavy cream with vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated and smooth.
In a small bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter to form a cohesive crust.
Spoon a small amount of graham cracker mixture into the bottom of each mousse cup liner or individual serving glass.
Carefully spoon the lemon cheesecake mixture over the crust and smooth the top.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm.
Just before serving, garnish with additional lemon zest or a dollop of whipped cream if desired.
Notes
For best results, ensure the cream cheese is fully softened before mixing.
Chill the mousse cups for at least 2 hours, though overnight chilling is ideal for optimal firmness.
Optional: Substitute the graham cracker crust with a layer of crushed shortbread or an almond flour base for a different texture.
Serve with fresh berries on top for added brightness.
- Prep Time: 25
- Category: No-Bake Creamy Desserts
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mousse cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 80mg