Description
A luscious dessert that perfectly balances tart lemon with creamy sweetness, ideal for celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 egg yolks
- 2 teaspoons gelatin
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Sprinkle the gelatin over cold water in a small bowl and let it soften.
- In a saucepan, whisk together lemon juice, zest, and sugar. Heat gently until sugar dissolves, then add gelatin, stirring until incorporated.
- Beat egg yolks in a separate bowl, temper with a bit of warm lemon mixture, then stir back into the saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until thickened—do not boil.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool completely before folding in whipped cream.
- Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form, then gently fold into the cooled lemon mixture.
- Pour into serving bowls or glasses and refrigerate for at least four hours until set.
Notes
Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother texture. Use fresh lemons for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Lemon, Bavarian Cream, Dessert, Family Recipe, Creamy Dessert