Description
Indulge in this rich and creamy chocolate mousse cake perfect for special occasions or a sweet treat any day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup boiling water
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 200 grams dark chocolate, chopped
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Chocolate shavings or sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare the Chocolate Cake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans. In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla. Beat until smooth. Stir in boiling water until the batter is thin. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
- Make the Chocolate Mousse: In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream until just about to boil. Pour the hot cream over the chopped dark chocolate in a bowl. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth. Stir in sugar and vanilla extract, and let it cool to room temperature. Whip the mixture until light and fluffy. Refrigerate until set.
- Prepare the Whipped Cream Frosting: In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble the Cake: Place one cake layer on a serving platter. Spread half of the chocolate mousse over it. Place the second cake layer on top, and spread the remaining mousse. Frost the entire cake with the whipped cream frosting. Garnish with chocolate shavings or sprinkles.
Notes
- Ensure the cakes are completely cool before assembling to prevent the mousse from melting.
- For a richer flavor, consider using high-quality cocoa powder and chocolate.
- Refrigerate the assembled cake for at least 1 hour before serving for easier slicing.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg