No-Bake Raspberry Cream Cheese Mousse

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Silky, rich mousse made with full-fat cream cheese and fresh raspberries, requiring no cooking. This american-inspired keto (low carb) ready in about 15 minutes pairs Full-fat cream cheese, Heavy cream, Raspberries for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Serves 2 American cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 4 oz full-fat cream cheese in a mixing bowl and beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
  2. Step 2: Chill a bowl and whisk for 5 minutes. Whip 1/2 cup heavy cream with 2 tbsp erythritol and 1 tsp lemon zest until stiff peaks form.
  3. Step 3: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese until fully incorporated. Add 1/2 cup fresh raspberries and fold in until evenly distributed.
  4. Step 4: Divide the mixture into 2 glasses or ramekins and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does No-Bake Raspberry Cream Cheese Mousse take to make?

Total time is about 15 minutes (15 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover No-Bake Raspberry Cream Cheese Mousse?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep full-fat cream cheese from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in No-Bake Raspberry Cream Cheese Mousse?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale No-Bake Raspberry Cream Cheese Mousse for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is No-Bake Raspberry Cream Cheese Mousse low carb?

Yes — this recipe is tagged low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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