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Chocolate Mousse Cake

Irresistible Chocolate Mousse Cake That Will Wow Your Guests

This Chocolate Mousse Cake combines a rich chocolate base with an airy mousse, perfect for any celebration.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Chilling Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chocolate Cake Base
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar is a suitable substitution for a lower glycemic index.
  • ½ cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Use dark cocoa for a richer taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure freshness for best results.
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure freshness for best results.
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt Use sea salt for a hint of minerals.
  • 3 large Eggs Room temperature eggs work best for aeration.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Substitute with almond milk for a dairy-free version.
  • cup Vegetable Oil Can be replaced with melted coconut oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for a more intense flavor.
  • 1 cup Hot Coffee Optional: Omit if preferred.
For the Chocolate Mousse
  • 8 ounces High-Quality Dark Chocolate Choose 60-70% cocoa for richness.
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Chill beforehand for best whipping consistency.
  • ¼ cup Granulated Sugar
For Decoration
  • 1 cup Fresh Raspberries Alternative: Any seasonal berry works well.
  • to taste Powdered Sugar Optional, but enhances presentation.
  • to taste Cocoa Powder Optional, but enhances presentation.

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Double Boiler or Microwave
  • Electric Mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chocolate Mousse Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well blended.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, whole milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smoothly combined. Slowly incorporate the hot coffee.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry mixture, gently stirring until just combined. Transfer the batter to the prepared springform pan and bake.
  5. While your cake is cooling, melt the high-quality dark chocolate, then cool slightly. Beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until soft peaks form, then add sugar to create stiff peaks.
  6. In another bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Fold the melted chocolate into the egg yolks, then combine with whipped cream and egg whites.
  7. Once the cake has cooled, pour the mousse over the top and smooth it out. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours.
  8. Before serving, release the springform pan and top the cake with fresh raspberries, dust with powdered sugar and cocoa powder.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best results. Avoid overwhipping the cream or egg whites.

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