Pin An elegant dessert platter featuring a medley of miniature sweets — chocolate mousse, lemon tartlet, and raspberry financier — perfect for impressing guests with a sparkling array of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
- Chocolate Mousse: 100 g dark chocolate (70% cocoa) chopped, 2 large eggs separated, 30 g granulated sugar, 120 ml heavy cream, Pinch of salt
- Lemon Tartlets: 100 g all-purpose flour, 50 g unsalted butter cold and cubed, 25 g powdered sugar, 1 egg yolk, 1 tbsp cold water, Zest of 1 lemon, 60 ml fresh lemon juice, 50 g granulated sugar, 1 egg, 20 g unsalted butter
- Raspberry Financiers: 60 g unsalted butter, 50 g almond flour, 40 g all-purpose flour, 80 g powdered sugar, 2 egg whites, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 50 g fresh raspberries
- Garnishes: Edible gold dust or glitter (optional), Fresh mint leaves, Mixed berries
Instructions
- Prepare the Chocolate Mousse:
- Melt the chocolate over a bain-marie or in the microwave. Cool slightly. Beat egg yolks with half the sugar until pale. Stir in melted chocolate. Whip cream to soft peaks. In a separate bowl, beat egg whites with salt until foamy, add remaining sugar, and beat to stiff peaks. Gently fold whipped cream into chocolate mixture, then fold in egg whites. Spoon into small glasses chill for at least 2 hours.
- Bake the Lemon Tartlets:
- Mix flour, powdered sugar, and butter to coarse crumbs. Add yolk and water knead until dough forms. Chill 30 min. Roll dough, cut circles, and press into mini tartlet molds. Prick bases and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 12 minutes. Cool. For filling, whisk egg, sugar, zest, and lemon juice. Cook over low heat until thickened. Stir in butter. Fill cooled shells chill until set.
- Make the Raspberry Financiers:
- Brown the butter until golden and nutty, then cool. Mix almond flour, all-purpose flour, and powdered sugar. Stir in egg whites and vanilla, then cooled butter. Divide batter into mini muffin pans press a raspberry into each. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 15 minutes. Cool.
- Assemble the Dessert Plate:
- Place one chocolate mousse, one lemon tartlet, and one raspberry financier on each plate. Garnish with gold dust, fresh mint, and mixed berries for a sparkling effect.
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Pin Recipe Q&A
- → What is the best way to achieve smooth chocolate mousse?
Gently melting the dark chocolate and folding it carefully with whipped cream and beaten egg whites prevents deflation, yielding a smooth and airy mousse.
- → How do I prevent lemon tartlet dough from becoming tough?
Use cold butter and handle the dough minimally, chilling it before rolling to maintain a tender, flaky crust.
- → Can I substitute raspberries in the financiers?
Yes, blueberries or blackberries can be used as alternatives while maintaining a similar texture and flavor balance.
- → What is the purpose of browning butter in the financiers?
Browning butter adds a nutty and caramelized depth that enhances the overall flavor profile of the financiers.
- → How can I add a festive touch to this dessert platter?
Sprinkling edible gold dust or glitter and adding fresh mint leaves and mixed berries create an elegant and sparkling presentation.
