Tuxedo Cake: Indulgent Triple Chocolate Mousse Delight
A rich and decadent dessert featuring layers of chocolate mousse and cake.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar, then add eggs one at a time.
- Mix in vanilla extract and then gradually combine with the dry ingredients.
- Pour the batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Let it cool before layering with mousse.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use high-quality chocolate.
- Allow the cake to chill before serving for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg