Blueberry Cheesecake Mousse
The good news is this delicious Blueberry Cheesecake Mousse recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, nut-free, and egg-free. With some substitutions, it can be keto.
This scrumptious mousse has the delightful taste of a cheesecake but without the time, effort, and baking! It’s keto-friendly, sugar-free, and gluten-free, and with only a few ingredients, there’s no need for any preparation work. Best of all, it contains just three grams of net carbs per serving. What more could you ask for?
You likely have these ingredients in your fridge, which is what makes this dessert so special—you can whip it up anytime! If those elevensies cravings suddenly come on, you now know what to do to cure them. If you love cheesecake as much as we do, then you’re in for a special treat.
What’s To Love?
💕 Quick and easy to prepare.
💕 No oven is required.
💕 Doesn’t require any complex skills or hard-to-find ingredients.
💕 Tastes as good as it looks, making it great for almost any occasion.
💕 Great for making in advance.
💕 Decorate how you wish by adding more ingredients or using less.
💕 Perfect for entertaining to serve at parties or gatherings when served in sundae glasses.
Have you already tried Blueberry Cheesecake Mousse? If so, let us know how it was…we can’t wait to hear all about it!
Let’s Talk Ingredients
We feel every ingredient adds to the overall taste and texture; if you remove one, it’s like you’ve removed them all.
- Fruit — use fresh or frozen blueberries.
- Cream Cheese — full-fat must be used, not half-fat or light versions. We recommend using Full-Fat Philadelphia Cream Cheese.
- Cream — use whipping cream, also called heavy whipping cream in some countries.
- Sugar — we suggest using powdered sugar; in some countries, it’s called icing sugar.
- Lemon Juice — use fresh lemons for juicing.
- Vanilla Extract — use Nielsen Massey, which is made with real vanilla beans and alcohol. The vanilla is quite potent and adds a beautiful richness to desserts.
- Salt — use Himalayan salt; it brings out the flavor and offsets the sweetness.
For more detailed ingredients, see the recipe card.
Customizations
Here are some foodie alternatives should you want to make some changes:
- Blueberries — acai berries are a great alternative.
- Cream — a great alternative to dairy whipped cream is Biona coconut whipping cream. Use it in the same way you would cream dairy cream.
- Sugar — see our sugar substitutes below.
- Vanilla Extract — if you prefer a non-alcohol base, use vanilla flavoring.
When substituting ingredients, it’s essential to remember that the taste, texture, and overall result might differ, particularly if you’re substituting many ingredients.
If you have made the Cheesecake Mousse with any customizations, we’d love to hear about it; please message us in the comments.
Best Sugar-Substitutes
Here is a list of sugar substitutes for the cheesecake mousse that have zero impact on blood sugar. Removing refined sugar reduces the carbohydrates to 8g per serving.
▶︎ Erythritol — ensure you buy free from GMO. Use equal amounts.
▶︎ Xylitol — ensure you buy free from GMOs, which originates from birch trees. Use equal amounts.
▶︎ Swerve — the ingredients are erythritol, oligosaccharides, and natural flavors. Use equal amounts.
▶︎ Pure Via Stevia Liquid Drops — the ingredients are pure stevia. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for the amount to use.
▶︎ Yummy Sweet Sweetener — the ingredients are cyclamate, saccharin, acesulfame-k, and sucralose. It is an ideal substitute if you’re allergic to xylitol and erythritol or don’t like the taste of stevia. Use 3-4 scoops, but taste before adding to the bowls.
▶︎ Allulose — is a rare sugar naturally found in fruits, figs, etc. We feel it can leave a slightly bitter aftertaste. Use equal amounts.
NOTE: The best combinations for the Blueberry Cheesecake Mousse are erythritol powder, xylitol powder, swerve powder, allulose, or yummy sweet.
Please let us know in the comments what sugar substitute you used and how much. This will help other super cooks.
Instructions – Overview
Blueberry cheesecake mousse is easy to make and is even easier to eat. Here’s a breakdown of how to get started on your baking journey (more detailed instructions are in the recipe card):
▶︎ To get started, whip the whipping cream until fluffy. Set aside. Blend the cream cheese, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and zest. Add the blueberries, sugar substitute or powdered sugar, and salt.
▶︎ Blend well, then fold in the whipped cream and some extra blueberries. Pour into ramekins and chill in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes; lastly, decorate.
For more detailed instructions, notes, and ideas…see the recipe card.
Tools You’ll Need
Want to make the best Blueberry Cheesecake Mousse? Using the correct equipment for preparation is essential; we think they’re a big helping hand. We understand that you might already have some of these kitchen tools to make this recipe, or you might want to use other tools and may not require our recommendations. Here are some of our suggestions to get you started:
- Ramekins — to serve the mousse.
- Hand Mixer — to combine the ingredients together.
- Mixing Bowl — if you’re using a hand mixer, you will need a bowl to combine the ingredients.
- Citrus Juicer — for juicing the lemon.
- Silicone Spatula – for stirring and incorporating all the ingredients smoothly.
- Weighing Scales and Measuring Spoons – to measure the ingredients accurately.
If you love those gadgets for this recipe, then you’ll love this hand mixer for mixing, whisking, and beating. It’s our go-to for many of our recipes, and we think every budding chef needs it.
We use this Hamilton Beach Hand Mixer for baking because it’s incredibly smooth, doesn’t flick ingredients, has seven digital speeds, is quiet and quick, and has beaters with protective covers to stop your bowls from being scratched; as such, they lower the noise level. It also has kneaders, a single whisk attachment, and storage.
Check out our favorite kitchen equipment that we love to use with all our recipes.
Storing
See our FAQs for detailed instructions on storing, refrigeration, freezing, and defrosting and for answers to readers’ questions.
Do you have a question? If so, let us know in the comments and we’ll reply within 24-48 hours and add your question to our FAQs if relevant.
Pairing
Blueberry Cheesecake Mousse is frequently eaten as a standalone dessert, but it can easily be paired. Here are some suggestions and our favorite go-to’s what to eat with it:
▶︎ Should you like to add something for an extra special treat, why not try a dollop of Boozy Whipped Cream, thick pouring cream, or a scoop of Vanilla Ice Cream for added creaminess?
▶︎ Why not drink it with a cup of tea, such as Earl Gray, or a flavorful, creamy coffee to balance the tartness and sweetness? It can’t be beaten on taste!
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Blueberry Cheesecake Mousse
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Whip the whipping cream until light and fluffy. Set aside.120 grams Whipping Cream
- Zest and juice the lemons.
- Blend the cream cheese, vanilla extract, zest and lemon juice using a hand blender on high speed.200 grams Full Fat Philadelphia Cream Cheese, 2 tbsp Lemon Juice, 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- Add the blueberries, sugar substitute or powdered sugar of choice, and salt.200 grams Blueberries, 4 tbsp Powdered Sugar, Pinch Himalayan Salt
- Blend until creamed.
- Fold in the whipped cream and some extra blueberries.
- Pour into ramekins.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes.
- Decorate with lemon zest and top with a few fresh blueberries – optional.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality blueberries and rhubarb for the best flavor and texture. Out-of-season berries give quite a bitter aftertaste.
- Ensure that your cream cheese is at room temperature before starting. This helps in achieving a smoother and creamier consistency.
- Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. This adds a light and airy texture to the mousse. Be careful not to overwhip, which can lead to a grainy texture. Fold it into the mousse to create a light and airy texture.
- Adjust the sweetness to your liking.
- Serve the blueberry cheesecake mousse cold for the best taste and texture.
- People suffering from low-carb torture can opt for sugar substitutes.
- Consider blueberry or acai jam instead of fresh blueberries, or both. Blueberry jam can be bought from the store. Or, why not make homemade blueberry jam by customizing our Blueberry Rhubarb Jam?
- Consider layering the blueberry mousse with crushed graham crackers, your favorite crushed cookies, or a chopped sponge cake.
- A great fruit alternatives are raspberries, strawberries, or acai.
- Use squirty, readymade whipped cream to decorate.
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FAQ’s & Troubleshooting
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Hey, I’m Sharon, I’m a full-time food blogger, mother of 3 grown adults and 3 huskies. Most days you can find me in the kitchen creating new recipes, I love cooking indulgent bakes and love sharing them. I am lucky to connect with and inspire people from all around the world and help you on your cooking journey so you can eat in style!
