Lemon Mousse Tart

Lemon mousse tart is a popular dessert that combines the tangy flavor of lemons with a creamy and light mousse texture. It is often enjoyed during special occasions and is a refreshing treat during the summer months.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 170 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Lemon Mousse Tart

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, French Courses: Dessert, Pastry Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 120 min Total Time 2 hrs 50 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 gram Crust
• 100 gram Butter
• 50 gram Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
• 2 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 4 unit Egg Yolks
• 100 gram Sugar
• 10 gram Gelatin
• 2 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 300 milliliter Whipping Cream
• 50 gram Powdered Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C.
2. In a food processor, combine the crust ingredients and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Press the crust mixture into a tart pan, covering the bottom and sides evenly.
4. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let it cool.
5. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until pale and creamy.
6. In a small saucepan, heat the lemon juice over low heat until warm. Add the gelatin and stir until dissolved.
7. Gradually pour the warm gelatin mixture into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly.
8. In a separate bowl, whip the cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
9. Gently fold the whipped cream into the egg yolk mixture, along with the lemon zest.
10. Pour the lemon mousse into the cooled tart crust and smooth the top.
11. Refrigerate the tart for at least 2 hours, or until set.
12. Before serving, garnish with additional lemon zest and powdered sugar, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 30g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.