Quick & Easy Homemade Lemon Dessert Recipe: A Refreshing Treat in Minutes
Ingredients
- Lemon Zest: From 1 lemon
- Lemon Juice: 125 ml (½ cup)
- Sugar: 120 g (½ cup) + 180 g (¾ cup)
- Eggs: 3
- Egg Yolks: 2
- Unsalted Butter: 120 g
- Biscuits: 200 g
- Cream Cheese: 400 g
- Lemon Cream: 2 tablespoons
- Heavy Cream: 500 ml
Preparation
Craving a tangy, sweet treat that’s ready in no time? This homemade lemon dessert is your answer! Perfect for busy days or last-minute gatherings, this recipe combines a zesty lemon curd with a creamy Chantilly topping and a crunchy biscuit base. Follow these simple steps to create a dessert that’s as refreshing as it is addictive.
Step 1: Make the Lemon Curd
- In a bowl, whisk together 3 eggs, 2 egg yolks, and 120 g of sugar until fully combined.
- Add lemon zest and 125 ml of lemon juice, mixing until smooth.
- Transfer the mixture to a saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until it thickens to a custard-like consistency.
- Stir in 120 g of unsalted butter until melted. Remove from heat, transfer to a container, and cover with plastic wrap. Let cool.
Step 2: Prepare the Biscuit Base
- Crush 200 g of biscuits into fine crumbs using a food processor. Set aside for layering.
Step 3: Create the Cream Cheese Mixture
- Beat 400 g of cream cheese and 180 g of sugar until smooth.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons of lemon cream (or cooled lemon curd) until combined.
Step 4: Whip the Chantilly Cream
- Whip 500 ml of heavy cream until fluffy and Chantilly-like.
Step 5: Assemble the Dessert
- Layer the dessert in containers: start with a biscuit crumb base, followed by a layer of lemon curd, Chantilly cream, and another layer of lemon curd.
Additional Tips
- Cook the lemon curd on medium-low heat and stir continuously to avoid burning.
- Let the lemon curd cool completely before using, and cover it with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming.
- This dessert is perfect for summer gatherings, afternoon tea, or as a light after-dinner treat!
Enjoy this quick lemon dessert that’s bursting with flavor and ready in no time!
