Description
Indulging in a slice of Chocolate Mousse Cake is like enjoying a symphony of textures and flavors that dance harmoniously on your palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/4 cups heavy whipping cream, cold
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped (for mousse)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (for ganache)
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped (for ganache)
Instructions
- Begin your baking adventure by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and preparing a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and granulated sugar, whisking until nicely blended. Add the eggs and pure vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and creamy.
- Sift in the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt, stirring gently until combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 18 to 20 minutes. Allow it to cool completely in the pan, then refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
- Melt the semi-sweet chocolate in a double boiler until smooth, then cool to room temperature. Whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Fold one-third of the whipped cream into the melted chocolate, then fold in the remaining cream gently.
- Spread the mousse over the cooled cake and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- For the ganache, heat the heavy cream until it simmers, then pour it over the chopped chocolate, stirring until smooth. Let it cool slightly.
- Pour the ganache over the mousse layer, tilting the pan to spread evenly. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.
Notes
Refrigerate any leftovers for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: 380 per slice
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Protein: 6 g