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Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake Recipe

Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Mia
  • Prep Time: 40 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the ultimate decadence with this Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake recipe. Layers of rich brownie, creamy chocolate mousse, and smooth ganache come together for a truly luxurious dessert experience.


Ingredients

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For the brownie:

  • 6 ounces (170 g) unsweetened chocolate, coarsely chopped
  • 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (130 g) all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons Dutch-process cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the mousse:

  • 3/4 teaspoon gelatin
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 6 ounces (168 g) semisweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) heavy cream, cold
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

For the ganache:

  • 3/4 cups (180 ml) heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 9 ounces (252 g) semisweet chocolate, coarsely chopped

Instructions

  1. Make the brownie: Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Lightly spray and line an 8-inch springform pan. Melt chocolate and butter, whisk in sugar. Add eggs and vanilla. Fold in dry ingredients. Bake and cool.
  2. Make the mousse: Sprinkle gelatin over water. Melt chocolate with cream and sugar. Whip cream. Combine chocolate and cream mixtures. Spread over brownie layer. Refrigerate.
  3. Make the ganache: Heat cream and butter, pour over chocolate. Spread over mousse layer. Refrigerate until set.
  4. Serve: Remove sides of the pan and parchment paper. Transfer to a platter and enjoy!

Notes

  • Make sure to refrigerate the cake at various stages as directed to set properly.
  • You can garnish the cake with whipped cream or fresh berries for an extra touch of flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 24g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg