Description
Indulge in the refreshing flavors of Lemon Blueberry Shortbread Mousse Cake, a delightful dessert that combines a buttery shortbread crust with zesty lemon mousse and luscious blueberry compote. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy nights in, this cake is an impressive treat that satisfies any sweet tooth. Its light, airy texture and vibrant flavors make it an irresistible option for any occasion. Plus, it’s easy to prepare, allowing even novice bakers to create a stunning dessert that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon gelatin powder
- 2 tablespoons water
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven and prepare a 9-inch springform pan.
- Make the shortbread crust by blending flour, powdered sugar, butter, and salt until crumbly. Press into the pan and bake until golden.
- For the lemon mousse, heat fresh lemon juice, dissolve gelatin, then combine with whipped cream and cream cheese until smooth.
- Pour the mousse over the cooled crust and chill for at least 4 hours to set.
- Prepare blueberry compote by cooking blueberries with sugar and lemon juice until thickened.
- Serve chilled, topped with blueberry compote.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg