Irresistible Creamy Lemon Cloud
A light and fluffy no-bake dessert with a zingy lemon flavor, perfect for summer gatherings or refreshing treats.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) heavy cream
- 1 cup (240 ml) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons (16 g) powdered sugar
- Optional toppings: fresh berries, mint leaves, or crushed cookies
Instructions
- Whip the Cream: In a large mixing bowl, whip 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) of heavy cream using a hand or stand mixer until soft peaks form. Set aside.
- Mix the Base: In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup (240 ml) of sweetened condensed milk, 1/4 cup (60 ml) fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
- Sweeten the Cream: Add 2 tablespoons (16 g) of powdered sugar to the whipped cream and gently mix.
- Combine the Mixtures: Gradually fold the lemon mixture into the whipped cream using a spatula. Be gentle to keep the mixture light and airy.
- Chill: Transfer the mixture into individual serving bowls or glasses. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set and enhance the flavors.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh berries, crushed cookies, or mint leaves just before serving.
Notes
[‘Use cold cream for better whipping.’, ‘Stop whipping as soon as soft peaks form to avoid a grainy texture.’, ‘Freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest provide the best flavor.’, ‘Fold the mixtures gently to maintain the airy texture.’, ‘Chill thoroughly to enhance flavors and set the texture.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Protein: 3
Keywords: Lemon dessert, no-bake dessert, summer treat, creamy lemon cloud, easy dessert, refreshing dessert