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Ice cream dessert with 4 ingredients

4-Ingredient Lemon Ice Cream Dessert You’ll Love This Summer

This refreshing ice cream dessert with 4 ingredients combines creamy lemon mousse and vibrant gelatin, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Gelatin
  • 2 packets Lemon Gelatin Use any lemon-flavored gelatin mix
  • 1.75 cups Boiling Water Must be at a rolling boil
  • 1.75 cups Cold Water
For the Mousse
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream Substitute with whipped coconut cream for dairy-free option
  • 1 cup Sweetened Condensed Milk Plant-based version works for dairy-free
  • 1/2 cup Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is highly recommended

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Refrigerator
  • knife
  • glass dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix two packets of lemon gelatin with 1 ¾ cups of boiling water. Stir until completely dissolved and the mixture is clear.
  2. Gradually incorporate 1 ¾ cups of cold water into the dissolved gelatin.
  3. Pour the gelatin mixture into containers and refrigerate for about 2 hours, or until it has set and is firm to the touch.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, whip together the heavy cream and sweetened condensed milk until smooth and fluffy. Slowly stir in the freshly squeezed lemon juice.
  5. Once the gelatin has fully set, cut it into medium-sized cubes.
  6. In a glass dish, layer the gelatin cubes evenly and spread the mousse over them.
  7. Optionally, sprinkle some lemon zest on top for extra flavor.
  8. Return the assembled dessert to the fridge for at least 2 more hours.
  9. Ensure the dessert is firm and chilled before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and texture. Be patient with setting times for optimal results.

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