Chocolate Mocha Mousse Passover Cake

Passover is a Jewish holiday commemorating the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt. Matzo, a type of unleavened bread, is a staple food during Passover. This recipe incorporates matzo meal into a delicious chocolate mocha mousse cake, making it a perfect dessert for the holiday.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 175 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Chocolate Mocha Mousse Passover Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International, Jewish Courses: Cake, Dessert, Dinner Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 120 min Total Time 2 hrs 55 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2440

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Matzo Meal
• 2 tablespoon Cocoa Powder
• 2 teaspoon Instant Coffee Powder
• 1 pinch Salt
• 5 large Eggs
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar
• 0.5 cup Canola Oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 8 ounces Semi-sweet Chocolate
• 2 cup Non-dairy Whipped Topping

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the matzo meal, cocoa powder, instant coffee powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Gradually add in the dry ingredients, canola oil, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
5. Melt the semi-sweet chocolate and fold it into the batter.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Once the cake has cooled, spread the non-dairy whipped topping over the top and sides.
10. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
11. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 305kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 21g33%

Total Carbohydrate 26g9%

Sugars 19g

Protein 6g12%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.