Lemon and White Chocolate Mousse Parfaits with Strawberries

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
6%
Lemon and White Chocolate Mousse Parfaits with Strawberries
45 min.
8
214kcal

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Indulge in a delightful dessert that perfectly balances the bright zest of lemon with the creamy sweetness of white chocolate. Our Lemon and White Chocolate Mousse Parfaits with Strawberries are not only a feast for the eyes but a treat for your taste buds. With a light and airy texture, this decadent dessert is an elegant addition to any gathering, whether it's a casual dinner with friends or a special celebration.

These parfaits are vegetarian and gluten-free, making them an excellent choice for a variety of dietary preferences. The combination of fresh lemon juice and rich white chocolate creates a mouthwatering flavor profile that pairs beautifully with juicy, ripe strawberries. Each spoonful offers a refreshing burst of citrus balanced by the sweetness of chocolate, ensuring satisfaction in every bite.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes and enough servings to treat eight people, this recipe is accessible yet impressive. The visual appeal of contrasting layers of creamy lemon and white chocolate mousse, topped with vibrant strawberries, will undoubtedly garner compliments from your guests.

Perfect for sunny days or any occasion that calls for a little sweetness, these parfaits can even be made a day in advance, allowing for stress-free entertaining. Dive into the world of flavor and texture with these Lemon and White Chocolate Mousse Parfaits, and make your next dessert a memorable experience!

Ingredients

  • 3.5 ounce chocolate white finely chopped (such as Lindt or Perugina)
  • large egg yolk 
  • 0.3 cup cup heavy whipping cream chilled
  • 0.5 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • pinch salt 
  • pounds strawberries hulled sliced
  • 0.5 cup sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • plastic wrap

Directions

  1. Whisk egg yolks, sugar, lemon juice, lemonpeel, and salt in medium metal bowl toblend. Set bowl over saucepan of simmeringwater.
  2. Whisk until mixture is very thick andthermometer inserted into center registers160°F to 170°F, about 6 minutes.
  3. Removebowl from over water. Cool lemon moussebase to room temperature.
  4. Combine 1/4 cup cream and whitechocolate in another medium metal bowl.Set bowl over saucepan of barely simmeringwater. Stir constantly until chocolate issoft and almost melted.
  5. Remove bowl fromover water and stir until white chocolate ismelted and smooth. Cool white chocolatemousse base to room temperature.
  6. Beat remaining 2 2/3 cups cream in largebowl until firm peaks form. Divide whippedcream between both mousse bases, foldingin 1 cup at a time (about 3 cups for each).
  7. Layer scant 1/4 cup lemon mousse ineach of 8 parfait glasses or wineglasses;top with 2 tablespoons strawberries.
  8. Layerscant 1/4 cup white chocolate mousse overstrawberries. Repeat layering 1 more time.DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Coverwith plastic wrap and chill. Cover and chillremaining strawberries.
  9. Spoon strawberries over top of eachparfait, if desired, and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories214kcal
Protein6.16%
Fat39.87%
Carbs53.97%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.51
Glycemic Load
16.43
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
10.039130418197%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.91mg
Petunidin
0.12mg
Delphinidin
0.35mg
Malvidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
28.18mg
Peonidin
0.06mg
Catechin
3.53mg
Epigallocatechin
0.88mg
Epicatechin
0.48mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.17mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.12mg
Eriodictyol
0.74mg
Hesperetin
2.21mg
Naringenin
0.51mg
Kaempferol
0.57mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
1.32mg
Gallocatechin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:214.12kcal
10.71%
Fat:9.9g
15.23%
Saturated Fat:5.15g
32.22%
Carbohydrates:30.15g
10.05%
Net Carbohydrates:27.81g
10.11%
Sugar:26g
28.89%
Cholesterol:125.76mg
41.92%
Sodium:24.53mg
1.07%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.44g
6.88%
Vitamin C:72.69mg
88.1%
Manganese:0.45mg
22.35%
Folate:46.94µg
11.74%
Selenium:7.28µg
10.39%
Phosphorus:96.02mg
9.6%
Fiber:2.34g
9.35%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.92%
Potassium:243.58mg
6.96%
Calcium:62.48mg
6.25%
Vitamin B5:0.57mg
5.74%
Vitamin A:280.79IU
5.62%
Vitamin E:0.81mg
5.42%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.35%
Vitamin B12:0.29µg
4.81%
Vitamin D:0.69µg
4.62%
Magnesium:18.2mg
4.55%
Iron:0.81mg
4.5%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.93%
Vitamin K:3.94µg
3.75%
Copper:0.07mg
3.71%
Zinc:0.52mg
3.48%
Vitamin B3:0.55mg
2.76%
Source:Epicurious