Description
The Lemon Raspberry Dream Mousse Cake is a delightful fusion of velvety mousse and zesty lemon, creating a light and refreshing dessert. Each bite offers a burst of tart raspberry flavor, complemented by the creamy texture of the mousse, making it a perfect treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- Cake Base:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- Lemon Mousse:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp gelatin
- 2 tbsp cold water
- Raspberry Layer:
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9-inch round cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- While the cake cools, prepare the lemon mousse by dissolving the gelatin in cold water and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, then gradually add the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
- Gently fold in the dissolved gelatin until fully incorporated.
- For the raspberry layer, combine raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the raspberries break down and the mixture thickens slightly.
- Once the cake is completely cool, spread the raspberry layer over the top, followed by the lemon mousse. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- This cake can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: desserts
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of the cake)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25 grams
- Sodium: 150 milligrams
- Fat: 18 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 4 grams
- Cholesterol: 60 milligrams
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