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Lemon Blueberry Shortbread Mousse Cake

Lemon Blueberry Shortbread Mousse Cake


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  • Author: Eva
  • Total Time: 48 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x

Description

Lemon Blueberry Shortbread Mousse Cake is a delightful dessert that beautifully combines the tangy brightness of lemons with the sweetness of fresh blueberries. This layered cake features a buttery shortbread crust topped with airy lemon mousse and finished with a luscious blueberry compote. Perfect for summer gatherings, it not only tastes fantastic but also presents elegantly on any table. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply indulging in a sweet treat, this mousse cake is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • Zest of 2 lemons
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries
  • 1 tablespoon gelatin powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a food processor, combine flour, powdered sugar, butter, and salt. Pulse until crumbly. Press into the bottom of a springform pan and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden. Cool completely.
  2. Warm lemon juice in a saucepan; dissolve bloomed gelatin in it. Let cool. Beat heavy cream with sugar and lemon zest to stiff peaks.
  3. Whip cream cheese until smooth; mix in the cooled lemon mixture, then fold in whipped cream gently.
  4. Pour mousse over the cooled crust and refrigerate for at least 4 hours until set.
  5. For the blueberry compote, cook blueberries with sugar and lemon juice until bursting; cool before spreading over the mousse.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
  • Calories: 345
  • Sugar: 24g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 29g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg