No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake Mousse Cups

Recipes

Lemon Cheesecake Mousse Cups (No-Bake)

Ingredients:

For the Mousse:

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream or non-dairy whipped topping
  • 1 cup lemon pie filling
  • 12 ounces cream cheese (or non-dairy alternative like tofutti)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • A few drops of yellow food coloring (optional)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar

For the Graham Cracker Layer:

  • ½ cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp melted butter or margarine

Instructions:

  1. Whip the Cream:
    • In the bowl of an electric mixer, whip the cream until stiff peaks form. Remove the whipped cream from the bowl and set it aside. There’s no need to clean the bowl before continuing to the next step.
  2. Prepare the Mousse Mixture:
    • To the same mixer bowl, add the lemon pie filling and cream cheese. Beat until the mixture is smooth. Incorporate the vanilla extract, optional food coloring, and powdered sugar, beating until thoroughly combined.
  3. Fold in Whipped Cream:
    • Gently fold the whipped cream into the lemon cream cheese mixture using a rubber spatula. Do this in batches to ensure it’s well incorporated without deflating the whipped cream. Once mixed, set the mousse aside.
  4. Prepare the Graham Cracker Layer:
    • In a small bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter or margarine until well combined.
  5. Assemble the Mousse Cups:
    • Begin by placing a layer of the graham cracker mixture at the bottom of each cup. Then, pipe or spoon the lemon cheesecake mousse over the crumbs, filling the cups. Top with another layer of graham cracker crumbs.
  6. Chill and Serve:
    • Refrigerate the assembled cups until chilled and set. Serve cold for a refreshing and creamy dessert.

Enjoy your easy, no-bake lemon cheesecake mousse cups, perfect for a light and delicious treat any time of the year!