Luscious Lime Mousse Freeze

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Summary
Prep time 30 min
Cook time 20? min + 6 hours chilling
Source
Yield / serves 4-6 servings
Rating Delicious

Ingredients

  • 12 limes
  • 1 3/4 t lime zest
  • dash salt
  • 3 egg yolks, beaten
  • 1/2 c butter
  • 1/2 c sugar (or less)
  • 3 eggs, beaten
  • 1 c cream
  • Additional whipped cream
  • Additional lime zest (garnish)
  • Fresh mint sprigs (garnish)

Preparation

Cut a thin slice from bottom of each lime so they will sit flat. Cut a 3/4" slice from top of each lime. Carefully juice the lives, preserving the shape of the shell.

Set aside 1/4 c juice. Clip membranes and remove pulp.

Melt butter in double boiler. Stir in 1 3/4 t lime zest, 1/4 c lime juice, sugar and salt. Gradually add eggs and egg yolks, stirring constantly. Cook until thick and smooth. Remove from heat and cool completely.

Beat 1 cup cream until soft peaks form and fold into lime mixture; spoon into lime shells, mounding the mixture on top. Freeze for 6 hours or until firm.

To serve, top with additional whipped cream and lime zest, garnish with mint sprigs.