Description
This decadent Chocolate Mousse Cake features rich dark chocolate combined with smooth whipped cream and fluffy eggs for a delightfully airy and creamy dessert. Perfectly chilled to set, it offers an indulgent yet elegant treat ideal for special occasions or any chocolate lover’s cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Mixture
- 1 cup dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher)
- 2 tbsp butter
Mousse Base
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 cup whipped cream
Instructions
- Melt Chocolate and Butter: Melt the dark chocolate and butter together in a medium saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth and fully combined. Remove from heat and set aside to cool to avoid curdling the eggs in the next step.
- Beat Eggs and Sugar: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together using a hand mixer or whisk for about 5 minutes until the mixture is light, fluffy, and pale in color, which helps incorporate air for a light mousse texture.
- Fold Chocolate into Egg Mixture: Gently fold the cooled chocolate mixture into the beaten eggs and sugar. Use a spatula to combine them carefully, maintaining the airiness without overmixing.
- Incorporate Whipped Cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate and egg mixture until there are no streaks remaining, ensuring the mousse is light and airy.
- Chill to Set: Pour the mousse mixture into a greased cake pan, smoothing the top. Cover and place it into the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours, allowing the mousse to firm up into a cake-like consistency.
- Serve: Once set, serve the mousse cake chilled, optionally garnished with chocolate shavings or curls for an extra touch of elegance and texture.
Notes
- Use high-quality dark chocolate with at least 70% cacao for a rich and smooth chocolate flavor.
- Ensure the chocolate mixture is cooled before folding it into the eggs to prevent cooking or scrambling the eggs.
- Be gentle when folding ingredients to preserve the mousse’s light and airy texture.
- This cake must be refrigerated for several hours to properly set before serving.
- For additional flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract or a tablespoon of coffee to the melted chocolate.
- Consume within 2-3 days for the best freshness and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: French
