Dive into the delightful layers of this Apple and Strawberry Dessert, where caramelized apples with a hint of lemon blend seamlessly with creamy cheese and rich chocolate. The dessert is finely balanced with the acidity of lemon, the sweetness of caramelized apples, and the delicate texture of the cheesecake and chocolate layers, all topped with a refreshing strawberry compote. This dessert is not only a feast for the palate but also a visual treat.
Why You’ll Love This: Each layer of this dessert offers a unique texture and flavor, making every bite a new experience. The caramelized apples provide a soft sweetness enhanced by lemon zest, while the creamy cheese layer adds a rich, smooth texture. The chocolate layer introduces a decadent richness, perfectly complemented by the fresh and zesty strawberry compote. This dessert is a perfect example of how contrasting flavors can come together to create a harmonious and luxurious treat.
Perfect Occasion: This layered dessert is perfect for celebrations, family gatherings, or as an elegant finale to a dinner party. It’s also suitable for holidays and special occasions where you want to impress your guests with a sophisticated and delicious dessert.
Decoration Tips: To make this dessert even more appealing, garnish with fresh strawberry slices, mint leaves, and a sprinkle of lemon zest on top. For a touch of elegance, you can also add edible flowers or dust with a little powdered sugar.
Ingredients:
- Caramelized Apples:
- 50g water
- 70-100g sugar
- 3 apples, peeled (360g)
- 15g lemon juice
- 30g butter
- Zest of 1/2 lemon
- Cheese Layer:
- 400g 9% fat cheese
- 360g caramelized apples
- 18g gelatin
- 90g water (for gelatin)
- Chocolate Layer:
- 90g milk chocolate
- 70g cream (20% fat)
- 4g gelatin
- 20g water (for gelatin)
- Compote:
- 150g strawberries
- 30g sugar (adjust to taste)
- 5g lemon juice
- Zest of 1/2 lemon
- Optional mint
- 300g water
- Strawberry Layer:
- 150g strawberry compote
- 5g gelatin
- 25g water (for gelatin)
- Strawberries for decoration
Preparation:
- Line a 15×15 cm mold with plastic wrap and acetate film.
- For the caramelized apples, boil water and sugar, add sliced apples, cover, and cook until soft, about 15 minutes. Add lemon juice, zest, and butter, increase heat until apples are golden.
- For the cheese layer, blend the cheese and apples until smooth. Taste and adjust sweetness. Dissolve gelatin in water, mix into the cheese, pour into the mold, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- For the chocolate layer, melt chocolate with cream, either in a bain-marie or microwave, stir in dissolved gelatin, and pour over the set cheese layer.
- Prepare the strawberry compote by boiling all ingredients, adjusting sweetness as needed. Cool slightly, dissolve gelatin in water, mix with compote, and pour over the chocolate layer once set.
- Decorate with fresh strawberries and refrigerate until all layers are firm.
Enjoy this beautifully layered Apple and Strawberry Dessert, a symphony of flavors that provides a luxurious and refreshing treat for any dessert lover!
