Description
Indulgent chocolate mousse cake whisks dessert lovers into a realm of pure bliss. Rich layers of velvety chocolate and airy mousse promise a luxurious experience that lingers long after the last heavenly bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 200g dark chocolate, melted
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups chilled heavy cream
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Dry Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Flavor and Binding Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract (for cake)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for cream)
- 1 tablespoon gelatin, dissolved in 3 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Craft the chocolate foundation by blending cocoa powder, sugar, and oil until fully integrated. Incorporate eggs individually, ensuring each is thoroughly mixed. Gently fold in flour, salt, and baking powder to create a smooth, consistent batter.
- Transfer the batter into a prepared cake pan, ensuring even distribution. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F until a toothpick inserted comes out clean, approximately 25 minutes.
- Allow the cake base to cool completely, creating a stable platform for the mousse layer. This cooling process prevents melting and ensures structural integrity.
- Melt chocolate carefully using a double boiler or microwave, watching to prevent burning. Let the chocolate cool slightly before further preparation.
- Whip heavy cream to soft, billowy peaks, gradually introducing powdered sugar and vanilla. The cream should hold its shape without appearing grainy.
- Delicately fold the melted chocolate and dissolved gelatin into the whipped cream, maintaining the airy texture while creating a smooth, glossy mousse.
- Spread the chocolate mousse evenly over the cooled cake base, creating a luxurious, thick layer that covers the entire surface.
- Refrigerate the assembled dessert for a minimum of 4 hours, allowing the mousse to set and flavors to meld together.
- Before serving, garnish with delicate chocolate shavings or a light dusting of cocoa powder to enhance visual appeal and add a subtle flavor dimension.
Notes
- Customize the cake base by substituting gluten-free flour for a celiac-friendly version.
- Reduce sugar content by using monk fruit sweetener or stevia for a low-carb alternative.
- Ensure chocolate is fully melted and cooled before incorporating into mousse to prevent separation and maintain smooth texture.
- Chill mixing bowls and whisk beforehand for maximum cream whipping volume and stability.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 478
- Sugar: 34 g
- Sodium: 177 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 78 mg