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Chocolate Mousse Cake

A rich and velvety chocolate cake topped with creamy chocolate mousse that melts in your mouth. Perfect for any occasion!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Sweet Treat
Cuisine: American, Bakery
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs At room temperature
  • 1/2 cup milk Can substitute with coconut milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Mousse
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 oz bittersweet chocolate, melted Use high-quality chocolate for best results
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a round cake pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat together the butter and granulated sugar until creamy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. In another bowl, sift together flour and cocoa powder. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
  5. Slowly mix in milk until smooth. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
Baking
  1. Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely.
Making the Mousse
  1. For the mousse, whip heavy cream to soft peaks.
  2. Gradually fold in melted chocolate and powdered sugar until combined.
Assembly
  1. Once the cake is cooled, slice it in half horizontally.
  2. Spread mousse between layers, then on top and sides of the cake.
  3. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of chocolate shavings. Store covered in the fridge for up to 5 days.