Creamy Lime Mousse

This recipe, Creamy Lime Mousse is from Diabetic Connect.  Rich and sweet with just the right amount of lime.  This low-carb dessert will delight your family or guests.

Creamy Lime Mousse Recipe

Creamy Lime Mousse

1 package of 4 serving–size sugar-free lime-flavored gelatin

1 cup boiling water

½ tsp. finely shredded lime peel

2 Tbsp. lime juice

1   8 oz. carton light dairy sour cream

1 cup frozen light whipped dessert topping, thawed

½ cup frozen light whipped dessert topping, thawed (optional)

Lime peel curls or lime slices (optional)

In a large bowl, combine gelatin and the boiling water; stir about 2 minutes or until gelatin is dissolved.  Stir in shredded lime peel and lime juice.  Cool for 10 to 15 minutes or until cooled slightly but not set.  Whisk in sour cream.  Gently whisk in the 1 cup dessert topping.  Pour into six 6 to 8 oz. stemmed dessert glasses.  Cover and chill for 3 to 24 hours or until set.

If desired, garnish with the ½ cup dessert topping and lime peel curls or lime slices.

6 (1/2 cup) servings

 

(Recipe for Creamy Lime Mousse came from Diabetic Connect, 2014)