Description
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this decadent Chocolate Mousse Cake. Featuring layers of velvety chocolate mousse atop a moist, fudgy cake, this recipe transforms any occasion into a celebration. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or just-because moments, each slice promises to melt in your mouth and leave you craving more. Impress family and friends with this show-stopping treat that beautifully balances rich flavors and airy textures.
Ingredients
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- 7 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- Melt dark chocolate and butter together in a double boiler until smooth.
- In a bowl, whisk sugar and eggs until pale; fold in the melted chocolate mixture.
- Sift flour and cocoa powder into the mixture and fold gently until combined.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes while whipping heavy cream to stiff peaks; fold into remaining melted chocolate for the mousse.
- Assemble the cake: layer one cake with half of the mousse, top with the second layer, and finish with the remaining mousse. Refrigerate for at least two hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 405
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 85mg