Choco Mousse Euphoria – A Dreamy Indulgence for the Ultimate Chocolate Connoisseur!
Ingredients
● For the Cake:
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
● For the Mousse:
• 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 3 large eggs, separated
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
● For the Topping:
• Whipped cream (for garnish)
• Chocolate shavings (for garnish)
Instructions
1: Bake the Cake – Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan. Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with the sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract. Alternately add the dry mixture and the buttermilk, mixing until just combined. Pour the batter into the pan and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely in the pan.
2: Create the Mousse – In a heatproof bowl, melt the chopped chocolate and butter over simmering water, stirring until smooth; set aside to cool slightly. In another bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form, gradually adding 1/4 cup sugar until stiff peaks are achieved. Mix the egg yolks into the cooled chocolate mixture, then gently fold in the whipped egg whites until no streaks remain. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with vanilla extract until soft peaks form, then fold it into the chocolate mixture to complete your mousse.
3: Assemble the Cake – Carefully slice the cooled cake horizontally into two layers. Place the bottom layer on a serving plate and spread half of the mousse evenly over it. Top with the second layer and spread the remaining mousse over the top, smoothing the surface.
4: Final Touches – Refrigerate the assembled cake for at least 4 hours to allow the mousse to set. Before serving, garnish with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of chocolate shavings.
Indulge in each heavenly, chocolatey bite and experience pure mousse euphoria!
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