Description
Dive into the velvety richness of our Chocolate Mousse Cake, a heavenly dessert that promises layers of creamy mousse and tender cake topped with a glossy chocolate ganache. This is not just a cake—it’s an experience, designed to bring joy and a touch of luxury to any occasion!
Ingredients
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- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 2 cups chilled heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 200g dark chocolate, melted
- 1 tbsp gelatin, dissolved in 3 tbsp water
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake Base: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and vegetable oil. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in 2 tsp vanilla. Combine flour, salt, and baking powder; fold into the cocoa mix. Pour batter into a greased 9-inch cake pan. Bake for 25 minutes. Let cool.
- Make the Mousse: Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and 1 tsp vanilla until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in melted chocolate and gelatin until smooth.
- Assemble the Cake: Spread mousse over the cooled cake base. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Garnish and Serve: Top with chocolate shavings or a sprinkle of cocoa powder before serving.
Equipment
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- Chocolate Quality: Use high-quality dark chocolate for the best flavor and texture in your mousse.
- Gelatin Substitute: If you prefer, use agar-agar as a vegetarian substitute for gelatin.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 498
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 297g
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
