Chocolate Mousse Layered Cake

Chocolate mousse layered cake is a classic dessert that originated in France. It is known for its rich and creamy texture, making it a favorite among chocolate lovers.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 235 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Chocolate Mousse Layered Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 180 min Total Time 3 hrs 55 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 3040

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 gram Chocolate
• 150 gram Butter
• 4 unit Eggs
• 150 gram Sugar
• 100 gram All-purpose Flour
• 500 milliliter Whipping Cream
• 10 gram Gelatin
• 50 milliliter Water
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 2 teaspoon Cocoa Powder
• 100 gram Fresh Berries

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Grease and line a round cake tin.
2. Melt the chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl over simmering water. Set aside to cool.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar until pale and creamy.
4. Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture, stirring until well combined.
5. Sift in the flour and fold gently until just combined.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 25 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let it cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over the water and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
10. In a separate bowl, whip the cream until soft peaks form.
11. Heat the bloomed gelatin in the microwave for 10 seconds or until melted.
12. Gradually fold the gelatin into the whipped cream.
13. Cut the cake into two layers horizontally.
14. Place one layer of cake on a serving plate and spread a layer of chocolate mousse on top.
15. Place the second layer of cake on top and cover with the remaining chocolate mousse.
16. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours or until set.
17. Before serving, dust with cocoa powder and decorate with fresh berries.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 380kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 25g39%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 30g

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.