Description
Refreshing no-bake lime mousse cups layered over a crisp graham cracker base and infused with vibrant Les Vergers Boiron lime purée. Topped with whipped cream and lime zest, these elegant treats are perfect for spring and summer occasions.
Ingredients
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- For the graham base:
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tsp sugar
- For the lime mousse:
- 1/2 cup Les Vergers Boiron lime purée
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp gelatin powder
- 2 tbsp cold water
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream (chilled)
- For garnish:
- Whipped cream
- Fresh lime zest
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Spoon into serving glasses and press down to form a base layer. Chill while making the mousse.
- In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
- In a saucepan, gently warm lime purée and sugar over low heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
- Add the bloomed gelatin and stir until fully dissolved. Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
- Whip heavy cream in a separate bowl until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold the cooled lime mixture into the whipped cream until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the mousse over the chilled graham base and refrigerate for 3–4 hours until set.
- Before serving, top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of fresh lime zest.
Notes
- Substitute gluten-free graham crackers for a gluten-free option.
- Make a day ahead for easy entertaining and deeper flavor.
- Add a drop of green food coloring to enhance color if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mousse cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
