Homemade Chocolate Mousse Cake Recipe

Savor the taste of pure indulgence with our simple chocolate mousse cake. It's a dreamy dessert that's easy to make and impossible to resist. With layers of airy mousse nestled between moist chocolate cake, every bite is a symphony of chocolatey goodness.

fauzia.naaz Updated: Mar 21, 2024 11:27 AM IST

Few things in life are as delightful as indulging in a slice of smooth chocolate mousse cake. This dessert is a delightful combination of light mousse and moist cake, offering a delicious mix of flavors and textures. Get ready to discover how to make your own impressive chocolate mousse cake that will make any celebration more special.

Ingredients:

For the Chocolate Cake:

- 1 cups all-purpose flour

- 1 cups granulated sugar

- cup unsweetened cocoa powder

- 1 teaspoons baking powder

- 1 teaspoons baking soda

- 1 teaspoon salt

- 2 large eggs

- cup buttermilk

- cup brewed coffee, cooled

- cup vegetable oil

- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

For the Chocolate Mousse:

- 8 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped

- 2 cups heavy cream, divided

- cup granulated sugar

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For Garnish:

- Chocolate shavings

- Fresh berries

- Whipped cream

  • Bake chocolate cake according to package instructions and let it cool completely.
  • Prepare chocolate mousse by melting chopped chocolate and letting it cool
  • Whip heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  • Gently fold whipped cream into the cooled melted chocolate to make mousse.
  • Slice the cooled cake horizontally into two layers.
  • Spread a layer of chocolate mousse over one cake layer.
  • Place the other cake layer on top and cover with remaining mousse.
  • Refrigerate the cake for at least 4 hours or until set.
  • Garnish with chocolate sprinkles, fresh berries, and whipped cream before serving.
  • Slice and enjoy the rich and creamy chocolate mousse cake!