Chocolate Lemon Mousse Dome
Chocolate Lemon Mousse Dome
Description
A delicate dessert combining the richness of dark chocolate with the bright, zesty freshness of lemon. The mousse is light and airy, set in a dome shape, and coated with a shiny chocolate glaze for a professional, elegant finish. Perfect for dinner parties or special occasions.
Ingredients (for 4–6 domes)
Chocolate Mousse:
100 g dark chocolate (70%)
150 ml heavy cream
1 egg yolk
10 g sugar
Lemon Mousse:
100 g white chocolate
150 ml heavy cream
1 egg yolk
1 lemon (zest + juice)
10 g sugar
Chocolate Glaze:
50 g dark chocolate
30 ml heavy cream
1 tsp neutral oil (optional, for shine)
Optional Decoration:
Candied lemon peel
Cocoa powder or chocolate shavings
Edible gold leaf for a fancy touch
Instructions
1. Prepare the Chocolate Mousse
Melt the dark chocolate gently over a double boiler.
Whip 150 ml cream until soft peaks form.
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolk with sugar until pale.
Fold the melted chocolate into the yolk, then gently fold in the whipped cream.
Spoon into silicone dome molds about halfway up and freeze for 30–40 minutes.
2. Prepare the Lemon Mousse
Melt white chocolate gently.
Whip 150 ml cream until soft peaks form.
Whisk egg yolk with sugar, then fold in lemon juice and zest.
Fold in melted chocolate, then whipped cream.
Spoon lemon mousse over the chocolate layer in molds. Freeze until fully set (at least 2 hours).
3. Chocolate Glaze
Heat cream, pour over chocolate, let sit 1–2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
Add oil if you want a shiny glaze.
4. Unmold and Glaze
Remove domes from molds and place on a wire rack.
Pour chocolate glaze over each dome for a smooth, glossy finish.
5. Decoration
Top with candied lemon peel, chocolate shavings, or edible gold.
Serve chilled.
Tips
Use silicone molds for perfect dome shapes.
Freeze the mousse before glazing to avoid melting.
You can add a thin layer of biscuit or sponge at the bottom for texture.
