Heart-Shaped Chocolate Hazelnut Mousse Cake: A Luxurious Celebration Dessert ❤️🍫
This Heart-Shaped Chocolate Hazelnut Mousse Cake is the perfect dessert to impress on special occasions, combining a rich hazelnut biscuit base, creamy chocolate mousse layers, and a glossy chocolate glaze. Ideal for Valentine's Day, anniversaries, or any celebration, it’s a decadent treat that’s as beautiful as it is delicious! 😍✨
📋 Ingredients
For the Hazelnut Biscuit Base
1 ½ cups (150g) ground hazelnuts or almond flour
⅓ cup (40g) all-purpose flour
⅓ cup (70g) granulated sugar
¼ cup (60g) unsalted butter, melted
1 egg white
½ tsp vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Mousse Layers
7 oz (200g) dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped
7 oz (200g) milk chocolate, chopped
2 ½ cups (600ml) heavy cream, chilled
¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Glaze
½ cup (120ml) heavy cream
½ cup (120g) dark chocolate, finely chopped
1 tbsp corn syrup or honey
1 tsp unsalted butter
For Garnish
Chopped hazelnuts
Edible gold leaf or gold dust (optional)
📝 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Hazelnut Biscuit Base
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line the bottom of an 8-inch heart-shaped springform pan with parchment paper.
In a bowl, mix ground hazelnuts, flour, sugar, melted butter, egg white, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the base.
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden. Let it cool completely in the pan.
2️⃣ Make the Chocolate Mousse Layers
Melt the dark chocolate and milk chocolate separately in a double boiler or microwave in 20-second intervals. Let them cool slightly.
In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream with sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
Divide the whipped cream into two bowls.
Fold the dark chocolate into one bowl to create the dark chocolate mousse.
Fold the milk chocolate into the other bowl to create the milk chocolate mousse.
Pour the dark chocolate mousse over the cooled biscuit base and smooth it with a spatula. Chill in the freezer for 15 minutes to set.
Add the milk chocolate mousse layer on top of the dark chocolate mousse. Smooth the surface and freeze for 1 hour to firm up.
3️⃣ Prepare the Chocolate Glaze
Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it just starts to simmer.
Pour the hot cream over the chopped dark chocolate and let it sit for 2 minutes.
Stir in the corn syrup or honey and butter until smooth and glossy. Let the glaze cool slightly to thicken.
4️⃣ Assemble the Cake
Remove the mousse cake from the freezer and carefully release it from the springform pan.
Pour the chocolate glaze over the top of the cake, letting it drip slightly over the edges for a smooth, glossy finish.
Garnish with chopped hazelnuts and edible gold leaf for an elegant and luxurious touch.
5️⃣ Chill and Serve
Place the assembled cake in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours (or overnight) to allow it to fully set.
Slice with a hot knife (wiped clean between cuts) and serve chilled.
✨ Tips for Success
Chill Between Layers: Ensure each mousse layer is set completely before adding the next to maintain clean and distinct layers.
Smooth Glaze: Use a spatula or offset knife to spread the glaze evenly if needed.
Decorations: Add heart-shaped chocolate pieces or fresh berries for a romantic finish.
Enjoy the elegance and indulgence of this Heart-Shaped Chocolate Hazelnut Mousse Cake—a luxurious dessert that’s sure to delight anyone who takes a bite! 🍫