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Lemon Curd Cheesecake Dessert Cups

Lemon Curd Cheesecake Dessert Cups: Tangy Bliss in Every Bite

Lemon Curd Cheesecake Dessert Cups are a delightful combination of tangy sweetness and creamy richness, making them the perfect no-bake treat.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Lemon Curd
  • 1/2 cup Freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 cup Superfine sugar
  • 3 large Eggs ensure they are fresh
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted butter room temperature
For the Crumb Base
  • 1 1/2 cups Graham crackers or substitute with digestive biscuits
  • 5 tablespoons Unsalted butter softened for crumbs
For the Cheesecake Mousse
  • 8 ounces Cream cheese room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 1 cup Heavy cream

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • food processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • large bowl
  • Whisk
  • spoon

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together lemon juice, sugar, and eggs until combined. Place over low-medium heat, stirring constantly for about 10 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat, mix in butter, and strain. Chill for 1 hour.
  2. Pulse graham crackers into fine crumbs. Combine with melted butter until incorporated. Reserve 1 tablespoon for garnish. Press mixture into mini cups to form a base.
  3. Beat cream cheese and sugar until creamy. Fold in chilled lemon curd. Whip heavy cream to stiff peaks and gently fold into the mixture until combined.
  4. Spoon half of the mousse into each cup. Add a tablespoon of lemon curd, then pipe the remaining mousse on top. Chill for 1 hour.
  5. Sprinkle reserved graham cracker crumbs on top before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These dessert cups can be made in advance and stored for convenience. Allow chilling time for best texture and flavor.

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