LIGHT LEMON MOUSSE

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This recipe comes from the Fall 2006 issue of Cooking for 2. It is very light and makes a quick weeknight dessert for 2. The recipe is credited to Joan Jay of Frisco, TX. I use Splenda when making this and it works great.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons sugar or 3 tablespoons Splenda sugar substitute
1 tablespoon cornstarch
3/4 cup nonfat milk
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest, grated
1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup light whipped topping
1 drop yellow food coloring (optional)
whipped topping (to garnish)

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the sugar or Splenda and cornstarch.
  • Over medium low heat, stir in milk until smooth; bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
  • Cook for 1 to 2 minutes or until thick and bubbly; remove from heat.
  • Stir in the lemon juice, zest and vanilla.
  • Place the pan in a bowl of ice water and stir for 2 minutes to cool.
  • Fold in whipped topping and food coloring if using; spoon into dessert dishes, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
  • Garnish with additional whipped topping if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.6, Fat 2.6, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 2.2, Sodium 61.8, Carbohydrate 32.9, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 28.4, Protein 3.8

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