Lemon Mousse
Serves 2–3
A light, creamy, and naturally sweet dessert with a bright, zesty lemon flavour. Silken tofu gives it a smooth texture and a boost of plant-based protein, making it both satisfying and refreshing.
Ingredients
- 200 g silken tofu
- 2/3 cup apple juice
- 1 large lemon – zest and juice (≈50 ml juice, ¾ tsp zest)
- 2 ½ tsp Clearspring agar flakes*
- 1/3 cup rice syrup, or ½ rice syrup & ½ maple syrup for a sweeter taste
- 1 tbsp white almond butter (optional)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
*If you don’t have Clearspring agar, check the packet for liquid-to-agar ratio.
Method
- Soak the agar: Place the agar flakes in a pan with the apple juice and leave for 30 minutes.
- Cook the agar: Heat the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 5 minutes until the agar dissolves completely.
- Add tofu & flavours: Stir in silken tofu and warm for 1 minute. Add syrup, lemon juice and zest, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Cook for another minute.
- Blend: Remove from heat and blend with a hand-held blender until smooth and lump-free.
- Set: Allow to cool and set for at least 1 hour. For faster setting, refrigerate once slightly cooled.
- Optional almond butter: Once set, blend in white almond butter for extra creaminess.
- Serve & garnish: Spoon into bowls and decorate with flaked almonds, berries, or a mint leaf.
Cooking Notes & Variations
- Serve at room temperature for the best creamy texture.
- Adjust sweetness by mixing syrup types or amount to taste.
- Make ahead: This mousse can be prepared a few hours in advance, making it a convenient dessert option.
When to Enjoy This Recipe
- As a light dessert after a main meal
- When craving something sweet but still balanced and nourishing
- Ideal for warmer days when you want something cool and zesty
Inspired by Seasonal & Plant-Based Cooking
Inspired by plant-based wholefood desserts that use simple, natural ingredients to create creamy textures without dairy. This mousse brings together traditional agar setting techniques with modern, wholesome flavours.
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Posted by Amy on March 3rd 2026
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