This refreshing dessert features a light and tangy lemon cream layered with a smooth and rich cream cheese mixture. The base cream is made with milk, sugar, cornstarch, and infused with fresh lemon juice and zest, creating a bright and citrusy flavor. The cream cheese layer is whipped with sugar and cream to achieve a luxurious texture. Topped with a layer of homemade lemon curd and garnished with additional lemon zest, this dessert is a delightful balance of sweet and tart flavors.
Why You’ll Love This
- Refreshing Lemon Flavor: The combination of lemon juice and zest offers a zesty and fresh taste.
- Creamy Texture: Cream cheese and whipped cream create a rich and smooth layer.
- Homemade Lemon Curd Topping: Adds a layer of citrusy sweetness.
- Versatile and Elegant: Perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to more formal events.
Ingredients:
- Lemon Cream:
- 500ml milk
- 100g granulated sugar
- 50g cornstarch
- 100ml lemon juice
- 3g lemon zest
- Cream Cheese Layer:
- 100g cream cheese
- 8g stabilizer for whipping cream (klopfix)
- 35g granulated sugar
- 250ml cream (unwhipped)
- Topping:
- 150g homemade lemon curd
- Additional lemon zest for garnish
Instructions:
- Prepare Lemon Cream: Mix milk, sugar, and cornstarch. Heat until thickened. Add lemon juice and zest. Cool the mixture.
- Cream Cheese Layer: Whip cream cheese with sugar, stabilizer, and cream until stiff.
- Assemble: Layer the lemon cream and cream cheese mixture in a serving dish.
- Add Topping: Spread lemon curd over the top layer.
- Garnish: Sprinkle with additional lemon zest.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate to set the layers before serving.
Enjoy this Lemon Curd and Cream Cheese Dessert, a delightful treat that’s sure to impress with its bright flavors and creamy texture, perfect for any lemon dessert lover!
