Eggless Apple Cheesecake Mousse With Pistachios
Whip up this delicious eggless cheesecake mousse with apples, pistachios, and cream cheese!These creamy, no-bake mousse cups come together in just 15 minutes using only 6 simple ingredients. Rich, festive, and fuss-free, this cheesecake mousse is the perfect make-ahead dessert for Rakhsa Bandhan, Diwali, Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any celebration!
Servings 6 glasses
Calories 294.34kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 apple
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 8 oz cream cheese
- ⅓ cup sugar
- 8 oz sour cream
- 4 tablespoon pistachios
- 1 teaspoon saffron strands
Instructions
- Wash the apples thoroughly and scrape off any wax using a knife. Finely chop them using a chopper—no need to peel! 👩🏽🍳 Chef Tip: Transfer the chopped apples to a bowl with a splash of lemon juice to prevent browning. Let them sit while you prepare the mousse.
- In a mixing bowl, add softened cream cheese, sour cream, and sugar.
- Use an electric hand blender to beat the mixture until light and fluffy. Don’t forget to scrape down the sides to ensure everything is well combined.
- Strain the apples and add them to the mousse mixture along with chopped pistachios (reserve some for garnish).
- Using a silicone spatula, gently fold the mixture until everything is evenly incorporated.
- Spoon or pipe the mousse into small jars or bowls. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Cover with cling wrap until ready to serve.
- 🧁 Garnish with reserved apples, pistachios, and a few saffron strands (optional) just before serving. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
Wash apples thoroughly and scrape off any wax using a knife. No need to peel! For a smoother texture, grate the apples instead of chopping them. This apple cheesecake mousse is surprisingly light and satisfying—and can be made even lighter by using low-fat cream cheese or a natural sugar substitute. For a probiotic twist, try plant-based yogurt in place of sour cream. Want more texture? Add a biscuit or granola base at the bottom of your jar for a parfait-style dessert.
Nutrition
Calories: 294.34kcal | Carbohydrates: 20.64g | Protein: 4.35g | Fat: 22.7g | Saturated Fat: 11.74g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.56g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6.3g | Cholesterol: 60.48mg | Sodium: 130.9mg | Potassium: 183.65mg | Fiber: 1.25g | Sugar: 17.4g | Vitamin A: 780.41IU | Vitamin C: 2.98mg | Calcium: 82.17mg | Iron: 0.31mg