Chocolate Cake with Silky Mousse – The Ultimate Indulgence! 🎉
A decadent chocolate cake layered with light, airy mousse for a dessert that’s pure bliss. Perfect for celebrations or whenever you need a touch of chocolate magic!
🛒 Ingredients
For the Cake:
● 1 cup all-purpose flour
● 1 cup granulated sugar
● ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
● ½ cup butter, softened
● ½ cup milk
● 3 large eggs
● 1 tsp baking powder
● ½ tsp salt
For the Silky Mousse:
● 1 cup heavy cream
● ½ cup powdered sugar
● 1 tsp vanilla extract
● 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, melted
📖 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Cake Layers
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Cream butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk. Mix until just combined.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool cakes in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
2️⃣ Make the Silky Mousse
Whip heavy cream in a large bowl until soft peaks form.
Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, whipping until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold the melted chocolate into the whipped cream until smooth and fully combined.
Chill the mousse in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
3️⃣ Assemble the Cake
Place one cooled cake layer on a serving platter. Spread a generous layer of mousse on top.
Add the second cake layer and frost the top and sides with the remaining mousse.
4️⃣ Decorate and Serve
Garnish with chocolate shavings, fresh berries, or your favorite toppings.
Slice and serve for a dessert that’s creamy, chocolatey, and unforgettable!
⏱ Time Breakdown
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: ~1 hour 25 minutes