Description
This creamy smoked salmon mousse is a quick and elegant appetizer featuring smooth smoked salmon blended with cream cheese, heavy cream, and fresh lemon juice. Garnished with dill and served with crackers or bread, it’s perfect for entertaining or a light snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Smoked Salmon Mousse
- 8 oz smoked salmon, chopped
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For Serving
- Crackers or bread
Instructions
- Blend Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese: In a blender or food processor, combine the chopped smoked salmon and softened cream cheese. Blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Cream and Lemon Juice: Pour in the heavy cream and fresh lemon juice, then blend again until the mousse becomes creamy and airy in texture.
- Incorporate Dill and Seasoning: If using dill, fold in the chopped fresh dill. Season the mousse with salt and pepper to taste, blending briefly to mix everything evenly.
- Mix Thoroughly: Transfer the mousse to a mixing bowl and use a rubber spatula to ensure it is thoroughly mixed and smooth.
- Transfer to Serving Dish: Spoon the mousse into a serving dish or individual ramekins and smooth the top with a spatula for an elegant presentation.
- Refrigerate: Cover the mousse with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to blend and the mousse to firm up.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, garnish with extra dill or slices of smoked salmon if desired. Serve chilled with crackers or bread.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute cream cheese and heavy cream with plant-based alternatives.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened for easy blending and smoother texture.
- The mousse can be prepared a day in advance; keep it refrigerated until serving.
- Adjust lemon juice and seasoning based on personal preference.
- Serve with a variety of crackers, toasted baguette slices, or fresh bread for added texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: smoked salmon mousse, salmon appetizer, easy appetizer, cream cheese salmon dip, party appetizers, seafood mousse
