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Glossy Pomegranate Mousse Domes

Glossy Pomegranate Mousse Domes That Wow Every Occasion

Glossy Pomegranate Mousse Domes are elegant, gluten-free desserts that impress at any gathering.
Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Freezing Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 8 domes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: International
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Mousse
  • 1 cup pomegranate juice fresh or bottled
  • 1/4 cup sugar adjust according to taste
  • 2 teaspoons gelatin powder for stabilizing
  • 1 cup heavy cream whipped to soft peaks
For the Sponge Cake
  • 1 cup flour use almond or coconut flour for gluten-free
  • 4 large eggs essential for lift
  • 1/4 cup melted butter adds moisture
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances flavor
For the Mirror Glaze
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate for gloss
  • 1/2 cup corn syrup or glucose
  • 3 tablespoons water for blooming gelatin
  • 1/2 cup sugar

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Whisk
  • saucepan
  • round silicone dome mold
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Whisk together 4 eggs and 1 cup of sugar until fluffy, about 5 minutes. Fold in 1 cup of flour, 1/4 cup of melted butter, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla. Bake for 20-25 minutes.
  2. In a saucepan, heat 1 cup of pomegranate juice and 1/4 cup of sugar until dissolved. Bloom 2 teaspoons of gelatin in 3 tablespoons of water for 5 minutes, then whisk it into the warm juice until dissolved. Fold into 1 cup of softly whipped heavy cream.
  3. Cut sponge into circles and place in dome molds. Spoon mousse over each, smooth the top, cover with plastic wrap, and freeze for at least 4 hours until set.
  4. Heat 1/2 cup of pomegranate juice and 1/2 cup of sugar in a saucepan until dissolved. Stir in 1/2 cup of chopped white chocolate and add bloomed gelatin. Let cool.
  5. Remove frozen mousse domes from molds and place on wire rack. Pour the mirror glaze over each dome for an even coat and let drip.
  6. Chill glazed domes in refrigerator for 30 minutes. Serve with fresh pomegranate seeds and a mint leaf.

Nutrition

Serving: 1domeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure mousse domes are completely frozen before glazing to maintain shine and texture. Adjust sweetness of mousse according to your preference.`

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