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Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake

Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake: 3 Layers of Pure Indulgence

  • Author: Anna
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rich and decadent dessert featuring layers of dark, milk, and white chocolate mousse atop a chocolate cake.

Ingredients

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  • For the Chocolate Cake:
    • 1 cup all-purpose flour
    • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt
    • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
    • 1 cup granulated sugar
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1/2 cup buttermilk (or milk mixed with vinegar)
  • For the Dark Chocolate Mousse:
    • 6 ounces dark chocolate (chopped)
    • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
    • 2 large eggs (separated)
    • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
    • 1 cup heavy cream
  • For the Milk Chocolate Mousse:
    • 6 ounces milk chocolate (chopped)
    • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
    • 2 large eggs (separated)
    • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
    • 1 cup heavy cream
  • For the White Chocolate Mousse:
    • 6 ounces white chocolate (chopped)
    • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
    • 2 large eggs (separated)
    • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
    • 1 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
  5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients and buttermilk, mixing until just combined.
  6. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely in the pan.
  7. Melt Chocolate: In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate and butter together over a double boiler or in the microwave. Let cool slightly.
  8. Whip Egg Yolks: In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the sugar until pale and creamy. Stir in the melted chocolate.
  9. Whip Cream: In another bowl, whip the heavy cream to soft peaks.
  10. Combine: Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture. Finally, beat the egg whites to stiff peaks and fold them in gently.
  11. Chill: Transfer the mousse to the fridge to set while you prepare the next layer.
  12. Melt Chocolate: Repeat the melting process with the milk chocolate and butter.
  13. Whip Egg Yolks: Whisk the egg yolks with sugar until pale, then stir in the melted chocolate.
  14. Whip Cream: Whip the heavy cream to soft peaks.
  15. Combine: Fold the whipped cream into the milk chocolate mixture, then fold in the beaten egg whites.
  16. Chill: Set aside in the fridge.
  17. Melt Chocolate: Melt the white chocolate and butter together.
  18. Whip Egg Yolks: Whisk the egg yolks with sugar until pale, then stir in the melted white chocolate.
  19. Whip Cream: Whip the heavy cream to soft peaks.
  20. Combine: Fold the whipped cream into the white chocolate mixture, then fold in the beaten egg whites.
  21. Chill: Set aside in the fridge.
  22. Layer Mousse: Once the chocolate cake has cooled, place it on a serving plate. Spread the dark chocolate mousse over the top, smoothing it out evenly.
  23. Add Milk Chocolate Mousse: Add the milk chocolate mousse layer on top of the dark chocolate layer, smoothing it out.
  24. Finish with White Chocolate Mousse: Finally, spread the white chocolate mousse on top.
  25. Chill: Refrigerate the assembled cake for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the mousses to set.
  26. Garnish: Before serving, you can garnish with chocolate shavings, whipped cream, or fresh berries.
  27. Slice and Enjoy: Slice the cake and serve chilled. Enjoy the rich and creamy layers of chocolate!

Notes

  • Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
  • Ensure the cake is completely cool before adding the mousse layers.
  • Chill the assembled cake overnight for optimal texture.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking and Chilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

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