Description
Silky yogurt lemon poppy seed mousse cake whispers elegant Mediterranean dessert dreams. Delicate layers of tangy brightness and subtle crunch invite sweet exploration for sophisticated palates.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 ml) plain greek yogurt
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) lemon juice
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) honey
- 1/4 cup (30 g) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Binding Agents:
- 1 package gelatin
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) cold water
Instructions
- Sprinkle gelatin over cold water, allowing it to bloom and soften for 5 minutes.
- Gently warm lemon juice, lemon zest, and honey in a saucepan until ingredients are thoroughly integrated.
- Incorporate the bloomed gelatin into the warm lemon mixture, stirring until completely dissolved and smooth.
- Combine Greek yogurt and poppy seeds in a large mixing bowl, whisking until evenly distributed.
- Gradually stream the warm lemon gelatin mixture into the yogurt, continuously stirring to create a uniform consistency.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until stiff, voluminous peaks form.
- Delicately fold the whipped cream into the yogurt mixture, ensuring a light and airy texture without deflating the cream.
- Transfer the mousse into a prepared cake pan, using a spatula to smooth the surface evenly.
- Refrigerate for 4-6 hours at 40°F, allowing the mousse to set completely and develop a firm, creamy texture.
- When ready to serve, carefully remove from the pan and garnish with additional lemon zest or poppy seeds if desired.
Notes
- Bloom gelatin carefully to ensure smooth texture without lumps in the mousse.
- Use fresh lemon zest for maximum flavor intensity and bright citrusy notes.
- Fold whipped cream gently to maintain airy, light consistency of the mousse.
- Chill cake thoroughly to help it set properly and enhance flavor development.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Refrigerating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 162 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 20 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg