Chocolate Mousse Cake: An Indulgent Treat You’ll Love to Make
Learn how to make a rich and creamy chocolate mousse cake that is perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, and sugar.
- Beat in eggs one at a time until well combined.
- Pour into a greased cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting.
- Whip heavy cream and vanilla extract together until stiff peaks form. Spread over the cooled cake.
Notes
- For extra richness, use dark chocolate.
- Chill the mousse for a couple of hours before serving for better texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg