Description
Indulgent double chocolate mousse cake elevates dessert perfection with layers of rich chocolate and silky smooth mousse. Chocolate enthusiasts will savor each luxurious bite of this irresistible European-style treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Chocolate Components:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 2 cups dark chocolate chips
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- 4 large eggs
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Baking and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp instant coffee powder
- 1/4 cup chocolate liqueur (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and thoroughly grease a 9-inch round cake pan with butter, ensuring complete coverage.
- Sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl, creating a uniform dry mixture that will prevent lumps in the cake batter.
- In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes using an electric mixer.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time into the butter mixture, mixing thoroughly after each addition to maintain a smooth consistency.
- Gently fold sour cream, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and instant coffee powder into the wet ingredients, creating a rich and complex flavor profile.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring carefully to avoid overmixing and maintain a delicate cake texture.
- Melt dark and milk chocolate chips using a double boiler, stirring continuously until smooth and glossy.
- Fold melted chocolate into the cake batter, ensuring even distribution and a deep chocolate flavor throughout.
- Optional: Add chocolate liqueur to enhance the chocolate intensity and provide a sophisticated adult twist.
- Pour batter into prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula for even baking.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean with minimal crumbs.
- Allow cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form to create a light mousse-like topping.
- Once cooled, garnish cake with whipped cream and sprinkle with additional chocolate shavings for a decadent finish.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for smoother mixing and better cake texture.
- Use high-quality cocoa powder and chocolate chips to elevate the rich chocolate flavor profile.
- For a gluten-free version, swap regular flour with almond or coconut flour, maintaining the cake’s moisture and density.
- Reduce sugar content by using natural sweeteners like stevia or monk fruit for a lower-calorie dessert option.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 35 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 22 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg