Description
Indulge in the decadent delight of this Dark Chocolate Mousse Cake. A luscious layer of rich mousse atop a moist chocolate cake base, finished with your choice of toppings. Perfect for special occasions or a luxurious treat.
Ingredients
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Cake Base:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
Mousse Layer:
- 8 oz dark chocolate (60–70% cocoa, chopped)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Optional Topping:
- Dark chocolate shavings
- cocoa powder
- whipped cream
Instructions
- Make the Cake Base: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. Add oil, vanilla, and milk, then gradually add dry ingredients, stirring until smooth. Pour batter into a prepared pan and bake.
- Make the Mousse Layer: Melt dark chocolate and butter, stir in vanilla. Whip cream and sugar to peaks, fold into chocolate. Spread mousse over cooled cake layer and refrigerate.
- Finish and Serve: Release the cake from the pan, top with desired toppings, and serve.
Notes
- For a deeper flavor, add espresso or coffee liqueur to the melted chocolate.
- Store covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
