DELICATE LEMON CREAM WITH RASPBERRY COULIS AND LEMON TUILE

Experience an exquisitely smooth and tangy lemon cream with a texture so fine it deserves more than just “lemon cream” in its title. This quick and simple dessert is made with only three basic ingredients — fresh cream, sugar, and lemon juice — delivering fresh, vibrant flavors. Complemented by a luscious raspberry coulis and crisp lemon-flavored tuiles rolled like delicate cigarettes, it’s the perfect light dessert for any occasion.

🕒 Prep Time: 10 min

🍳 Cook Time: 7 min
🍽️ Chill Time: 2-4 hours
🍰 Servings: 4

Ingredients

Lemon Cream:

500 ml natural whipping cream
150 g sugar
75 ml fresh lemon juice (from 1 large lemon)

Raspberry Coulis:

200 g raspberries (fresh or frozen)
4 tsp sugar

Lemon Tuile (Optional):

Replace almond flakes in traditional tuiles with zest of ½ lemon
Roll into thin cigarette shapes after baking

Instructions

In a small saucepan, combine the whipping cream and sugar. Heat gently over low heat, stirring until the sugar fully dissolves.
Increase heat slightly and simmer the mixture gently for about 5 minutes, allowing it to bubble lightly across the surface. Be attentive to avoid scorching — lower heat if it rises too fast.
Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in fresh lemon juice thoroughly. Let the mixture cool for 10 minutes.
Pour the lemon cream into 4 transparent glasses or dessert cups. Refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours, until the cream sets and remains firm when tilted.
For the coulis, cook raspberries with sugar over medium heat for 2 minutes until sugar dissolves completely. Blend the mixture until smooth, then strain through a fine sieve. Chill the coulis in the refrigerator.
To serve, pour a thin layer of raspberry coulis over each lemon cream cup. Accompany with lemon tuiles, piped biscuits, or any fine store-bought cookies for a refined finish.

💡 Tips

Watch the cream carefully while simmering to prevent burning.
The lemon tuile adds a crisp, zesty contrast to the creamy dessert.
Using transparent glasses showcases the beautiful layers perfectly.

🎉 Perfect For

Light summer desserts
Elegant dinner parties
Refreshing treats after rich meals