Chocolate Lemon Mousse Dome with a Cookie Crunch Base

Indulge in a rich chocolate mousse enveloped in a zesty lemon layer, all sitting on a delightful cookie crunch base for a perfect balance of flavors and textures.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 1

Total Time 1 30

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Dessert, Sweet Treat

Cuisine: French, International

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

For the Cookie Crunch Base

200 g chocolate cookies, crushed Any type of chocolate cookies will work.
100 g unsalted butter, melted Ensure it’s unsalted for flavor balance.

For the Chocolate Mousse

300 g dark chocolate, chopped Use high-quality chocolate for better flavor.
4 large eggs, separated Ensure eggs are at room temperature.
100 g sugar
200 ml heavy cream For whipping.

For the Lemon Mousse

200 ml heavy cream For whipping.
3 large egg yolks Separate from the whites.
80 g sugar
Juice and zest of 2 lemons Use fresh lemons for best flavor.
2 sheets gelatin Or 1 tbsp powdered gelatin.

Method

Prepare the Cookie Crunch Base

In a bowl, combine the crushed cookies and melted butter until well mixed.
Press the mixture into a dome-shaped silicone mold, covering the bottom evenly. Chill in the fridge while preparing the mousse.

Make the Chocolate Mousse

Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks with 75g of sugar until pale and creamy. Add the melted chocolate and mix until well combined.
In another bowl, whip the cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture.
Finally, beat the egg whites and remaining sugar until soft peaks form. Carefully fold them into the chocolate mixture to keep it airy.
Spoon the mousse into the prepared molds, covering the cookie base. Chill for at least 1 hour.

Prepare the Lemon Mousse

In a saucepan, whisk together the lemon juice, zest, egg yolks, and sugar over low heat, whisking continuously until thickened.
Bloom the gelatin in cold water, then stir it into the warm lemon mixture until dissolved. Let it cool.
Whip the cream until soft peaks form and fold into the lemon mixture gently.
After the chocolate mousse has set, top it with the lemon mousse. Return it to the fridge to set for another hour.

Unmold and Serve

Carefully remove the domes from the molds, and serve chilled. You can garnish with fresh berries or mint leaves for an elegant touch!

Notes

To keep your Chocolate Lemon Mousse Dome fresh, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator; it’s best consumed within 2-3 days for optimal freshness and flavor. If frozen, be sure to wrap tightly and thaw in the fridge before serving.