Chocolate Mousse Cake
Indulge in a slice of luxurious Chocolate Mousse Cake—a decadent dessert that perfectly marries rich chocolate cake with airy, velvety mousse. Each bite melts in your mouth, delivering a blissful experience that will impress any guest. This elegant treat is surprisingly simple to make, requiring just a few ingredients and steps. Perfect for celebrations or a sweet self-treat, this cake is sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
- Melt the dark chocolate and butter together in a double boiler or microwave until smooth.
- In a bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy (about 5 minutes).
- Gently fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
- Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form; fold into the cooled chocolate mixture.
- Layer the mousse on top of the cooled cake and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg