Double Chocolate Mousse Cake
This Double Chocolate Mousse Cake is a decadent holiday showstopper, featuring a fluffy chocolate cake topped with both dark and white chocolate mousse, a glossy ganache, and a festive garnish of sugared cranberries. Its a delightful combination of rich flavors and elegant presentationperfect for any special occasion!
Ingredients:
Chocolate Cake:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
cup cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda 療
teaspoon salt 蓼
teaspoon baking powder
2 large eggs room temperature 讀
cup milk 拏
cup unsalted butter melted 杻
cup boiling water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dark Chocolate Mousse:
2 teaspoons gelatin powder
3 tablespoons cold water
6 ounces dark chocolate coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 cups heavy cream cold 林
White Chocolate Mousse:
2 teaspoons gelatin powder
3 tablespoons cold water
6 ounces white chocolate coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
2 cups heavy cream divided; cold 林
Chocolate Ganache:
1 cup heavy cream 林
8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate coarsely chopped
Optional Garnish:
Fresh rosemary, sage, and sugared cranberries
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Chocolate Cake:
Preheat your oven to 350F 175C.
Line a 9-inch cake pan with a parchment round and coat it with baking spray.
In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and baking powder. Mix well.
Create a well in the center and add eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir to combine.
Gradually add boiling water and whisk until smooth.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 28-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Let the cake cool for 5 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, trim the cake if necessary, then wrap it with plastic acetate or place it in a 9-inch springform pan.
2. Make the Dark Chocolate Mousse:
In a small bowl, combine gelatin and cold water. Let it bloom for 8-10 minutes.
Place dark chocolate in a glass or metal bowl over a double boiler. Melt the chocolate, stirring with a rubber spatula.
Microwave the bloomed gelatin for 10 seconds to liquify, then whisk it into the melted chocolate.
Whip the heavy cream and granulated sugar using a mixer until soft peaks form about 2-4 minutes.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the melted chocolate until fully combined.
Spoon the mousse over the cooled cake layer, smooth the top, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
3. Make the White Chocolate Mousse:
In a small bowl, combine gelatin and cold water. Let it bloom for 8-10 minutes.
Place white chocolate in a bowl. Bring 1 cup of heavy cream to a simmer in a small saucepan, then whisk in the bloomed gelatin until dissolved. Remove from heat.
Pour the cream mixture over the white chocolate, whisking until smooth. Let it cool to room temperature.
Whip the remaining heavy cream and sugar until soft peaks form 2-4 minutes.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the white chocolate mixture until fully combined.
Carefully spread the white chocolate mousse over the set dark chocolate mousse layer.
Refrigerate for 3 hours or overnight to set.
4. Make the Chocolate Ganache:
Place semi-sweet chocolate in a glass or metal bowl.
In a saucepan, bring heavy cream to a simmer. Pour over the chopped chocolate and let it sit for 1 minute.
Stir until smooth and let the ganache cool for 10 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
Pour the ganache over the white chocolate mousse layer, smoothing it to the edges and letting it drip down the sides.
Allow the ganache to set before serving.
5. Garnish and Serve:
Remove the acetate and garnish with fresh rosemary, sage, and sugared cranberries for a festive touch.
Prep Time: 1 hour
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Chilling Time: 12 hours
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes plus chilling
Servings: 12 slices
Calories per Serving: 758 kcal
This Double Chocolate Mousse Cake is the ultimate indulgence with its layered chocolate cake, rich mousse, and smooth ganache. Its perfect for any special occasion, and the beautiful garnish makes it the perfect centerpiece for holiday gatherings!