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I recently experimented with a new fun and light dessert idea made with Hood Sour Cream that I am happy to share it with you. If you are looking for a healthy and simple weekday dessert this is the one. The idea for this Citrus Sour Cream Mousse recipe came about when I had leftover Hood Sour Cream from a avocado dressing I had made. Since I am trying not to be wasteful these days I was determined not to let the sour cream go bad in the fridge.
Sour cream is a very versatile ingredient and does more than just being a topper for dishes. You can use sour cream for easy dinner recipes, salad dressings, dips, as a finish to sauces and soups. It also makes a great addition to desserts for a creamy and tangy taste. I love adding it to my pancake mix and now this Citrus Sour cream mousse is my favorite way of using it.
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Easy Citrus Sour Cream Mousse Recipe
With only 6 ingredients, no sugar added and the use of sugar and gluten free graham crackers this dessert is delicious and a healthier option compared to other heavy desserts. It is very light, fresh and makes a great alternative to cheesecake while still providing the same cheesecake flavor. It certainly makes a great summer healthy weekday dessert .
To prepare this simple dessert sour cream is mixed with a little whipped cream, orange zest, gelatine and pure vanilla extract. The mix is then layered with crumbled graham crackers and chilled in the fridge to set. It’s that easy!
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- 2 cups Hood Sour Cream
- 1/2 cup Cream whipped with no sugar added
- 2 tbsp Fresh Orange zest
- 1 packet (2 1/2 tsp) Unflavored Gelatin powder
- 1 tsp Pure vanilla extract
- 6 Crushed Gluten and Sugar free Graham crackers
Ingredients
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- Dissolve gelatine in hot water and place in freezer to cool
- Meanwhile beat sour cream, vanilla extract, and lemon zest together until fluffy. Add dissolved gelatin to mixture and set aside.
- Whip cream till thick and fold gently into the sour cream mix . Layer with graham crackers in small dessert glasses and chill for about 30 minutes in the refrigerator till mousse is set.
- Top with fresh orange slices and serve.
I use sour cream in anything that mayo goes in. I’ve never thought to use it in a mousse though and this one does look citrusy delicious.
I should try this one for my little one. We love desserts in my household but we don’t always make it ourselves. This looks yummy.
This looks so good! I love fresh citrus, but I haven’t tried it with sour cream!
This looks delicious! Honestly might pack this into a mason jar for a little treat on the go. Perfect for summer.
That looks and sounds delicious, I’m such a fan of citrus flavoured desserts
This looks delicious! I’ve never used sour cream for a cream base in a dessert so this sounds super interesting and I will totally be giving a try! I’m on a strict diet right now but sour cream is an okay food!
I do not use sour cream in very many dishes, only because I am nervous about how it will taste. This looks and sounds delicious. I will have to try using sour cream for more than what I use it for.
Looks so yummy. I am not a sour cream person but for the right recipe I can be persuaded:) My hubby I am sure will enjoy it.
This sounds like a very different type of recipe! Very interesting. I’d be open to trying!!
It looks delicious. I’ve never seen Hood Sour Cream wonder where I could get it.
Interesting!! Seems like I got something to try new this weekend. Love this!
I need something to indulge into. And this is a great recipe to try. But I will use peach or mango instead.
Nice. I could see this is going to be part of my diet from now on. I tried so many different style of yogurt and I love all of them and I truly think yogurt is probably one of the best food in the world.
Now that the warmer months are here, we are definitely looking for treats like this. I am definitely going to be trying this!
Ooh I love anything with citrus, this looks so yummy and perfect for summer! I love dessert but at this time of year I prefer a light mousse!
I need to try this recipe, it s looks delicious and is perfect for summer
Oh this looks so good! It’s perfect for those times when im craving something sweet without it being overly sweet.
It looks so yummy. It is perfect for summer. Thanks for sharing.
Woah! This looks so good. I’d love to try it. Thanks for sharing! 🙂
This looks so delicous! I love a citrus taste during warmer weather . Pinning for later 🙂