Chocolate Mousse Cake for Passover

Passover is a Jewish holiday that commemorates the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt. During Passover, certain dietary restrictions are observed, including the avoidance of leavened bread. This Chocolate Mousse Cake for Passover is a delicious dessert option that is free of leavening agents and perfect for the holiday.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 295 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Chocolate Mousse Cake for Passover

Cooking Method: Baking, Chilling Cuisine: Jewish Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 240 min Total Time 4 hrs 55 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Matzo meal
• ¹⁄₄ cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• 4 large Eggs
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• ¹⁄₂ cup Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 4 ounce Unsweetened chocolate
• ¹⁄₄ cup Water
• 6 large Egg whites
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Whipped cream
• 1 cup Fresh berries

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the matzo meal, cocoa powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the vegetable oil and vanilla extract.
4. Melt the chocolate chips and unsweetened chocolate with water in a microwave-safe bowl. Stir until smooth.
5. Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture, mixing well.
6. In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add the sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
7. Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the chocolate mixture.
8. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
9. Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then remove the sides of the pan and let the cake cool completely.
11. Once cooled, spread whipped cream over the top of the cake and decorate with fresh berries.
12. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 25g39%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 20g

Protein 5g10%

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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.