Description
Indulge in the velvety delight of Chocolate Mousse Cake, a luscious dessert that masterfully blends rich dark chocolate with airy mousse. This cake is perfect for impressing guests at special occasions or treating yourself after a long day. With its decadent layers and smooth texture, this recipe is simple enough for bakers of all skill levels yet impressive enough to steal the show at any gathering.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
- Melt dark chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy.
- Gently fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg-sugar blend.
- Sift flour and cocoa powder into the mixture, folding until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until set but slightly soft in the center.
- Let cool completely before serving; dust with powdered sugar or top with fresh berries if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 120mg