Mousse Cake Recipe

Mousse Cake Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Gelatin

   In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over water and let it sit for about 5 minutes to bloom.

2. 2

   Melt the Chocolates

   In three separate heatproof bowls, melt the dark, milk, and white chocolates using a double boiler or microwave. Let them cool slightly.

3. 3

   Whip the Cream

   In a large mixing bowl, whip 400 ml of heavy cream until soft peaks form. Fold in the melted chocolates one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated.

4. 4

   Prepare the Egg Mixture

   In another bowl, whisk the egg yolks and sugar until pale and creamy. Add vanilla extract and mix well.

5. 5

   Combine Egg Mixture and Gelatin

   Heat the bloomed gelatin gently until dissolved and then mix into the egg mixture.

6. 6

   Fold in the Chocolate Mixtures

   Divide the whipped cream mixture into three parts and fold in each part into the corresponding chocolate mixture (dark, milk, and white).

7. 7

   Assemble the Cake

   In a springform pan, pour in the dark chocolate mousse first, followed by milk chocolate, and finally white chocolate. Smooth out each layer before adding the next.

8. 8

   Chill the Cake

   Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4-6 hours or overnight until set.

9. 9

   Serve

   Once set, carefully remove the springform pan and slice the mousse cake. Serve chilled.