Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsSecond Empire Restaurant and TavernLemon & Chocolate Tart-gf Recipe

Lemon & Chocolate Tart-gf Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves8

Biscotti cookie crust, layered with lemon bar & chocolate chess pastry filling. Served with lemon mousse, mango, & anglaise. Garnished with tuile cookie & fresh fruit.

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Ingredients

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Crust and Filling

Method

Preparation and Assembly

  1. 1

    Make the Biscotti Crust

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Crush the biscotti cookies into fine crumbs. In a bowl, combine the biscotti crumbs with melted butter and sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom of a tart pan to form a crust. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden. Allow to cool.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Lemon Filling

    In a bowl, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and cornstarch until smooth. Pour the filling into the prepared crust and bake for 20 minutes or until set. Allow to cool.

  3. 3

    Make the Chocolate Filling

    In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream until just boiling. Remove from heat and add chopped semi-sweet chocolate. Stir until smooth. Allow to cool slightly, then pour over the cooled lemon filling. Chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours or until set.

  4. 4

    Prepare Lemon Mousse

    Whip egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add confectioners' sugar and continue to whip until stiff peaks form. In a separate bowl, fold in lemon juice and zest. Gently mix in the egg whites until well combined.

  5. 5

    Serve the Tart

    Slice the tart and serve it with a dollop of lemon mousse, diced mango on the side, and drizzle with anglaise sauce. Garnish with tuile cookies and fresh fruit.

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