Description

Indulge in the rich decadence of our Chocolate Mousse Layer Cake, a delightful dessert that features moist chocolate layers paired with velvety dark and white chocolate mousses. This cake is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to cozy family gatherings. With its stunning presentation and irresistible flavors, it’s bound to impress your guests and become a cherished favorite. The glossy milk chocolate ganache adds a finishing touch that makes this cake not only delicious but visually striking. Whether you’re treating yourself or celebrating a special moment, this cake is sure to make it memorable.

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
½ cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder
1½ teaspoons baking powder
1½ teaspoons baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup whole milk
2 large eggs
½ cup sour cream
½ cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon espresso powder
1 cup hot water
4 large egg yolks
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 cups heavy cream, divided
3.5 oz dark chocolate, chopped
4.5 oz white chocolate, chopped
5 oz milk chocolate, chopped
⅓ cup heavy cream

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease two 8-inch round pans and line with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, sour cream, vegetable oil, and vanilla until smooth. Dissolve espresso powder in hot water and add to the mixture.
Combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until fully incorporated.
Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for about 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely before trimming tops flat.
For the mousse, heat 1 cup of cream with vanilla until steaming. Whisk egg yolks with sugar and cornstarch until pale; gradually add hot cream to temper yolks. Return to heat until thickened, then divide into two bowls—add dark chocolate to one and white chocolate to the other.
Whip remaining cream to stiff peaks and fold into each chocolate mixture gently.
Assemble the cake by layering dark mousse on one cake layer, followed by white mousse; chill for 30 minutes before adding the second layer.
For the ganache, heat heavy cream until steaming; pour over chopped milk chocolate, let sit for one minute, then stir until smooth.
Pour ganache over assembled cake for that beautiful finish.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
Calories: 400
Sugar: 35g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 90mg