4 egg whites, separated
2/3 cup sugar
2 lemons
1 tablespoon unsweetened gelatin
1/4 cup cold water
4 egg whites, separated
2/3 cup sugar
2 lemons
1 tablespoon unsweetened gelatin
1/4 cup cold water
Soak the gelatin in a small saucepan with cold water and let it rest for 3 minutes
Bring to a low simmer and stir until dissolved
Remove from heat and let cool slightly
Grate the lemon zest, juice the lemons, and reserve
Beat egg yolks with sugar until creamy
Add the lemon zest and juice
Add the chilled gelatin and refrigerate for several minutes until the mixture starts to thicken
Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form and fold into the lemon mixture gently
Pour into a large glass or metal bowl
To freeze: cover with aluminum foil, seal tightly (pushing out any air), and place in the freezer
To serve: remove the foil, refrigerate for 1-2 days or let sit at room temperature for 4 hours before serving