Chocolate Mousse Cake Recipe
Salted Caramel Mousse, Dark Chocolate Ganache
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Ingredients
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For the Chocolate Mousse Cake
Method
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Cake
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line a round cake pan with parchment paper.
- 2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a heatproof bowl, combine dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Melt over a double boiler or in the microwave, stirring until smooth.
- 3
Mix Sugar and Eggs
In a separate bowl, whisk together granulated sugar and eggs until pale and fluffy.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture gently. Sift in the flour and salt, and fold until just combined.
- 5
Bake the Cake
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
- 6
Make the Salted Caramel Mousse
In a bowl, whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Gently fold in caramel sauce and sea salt.
- 7
Assemble the Cake
Once the cake is cooled, spread the salted caramel mousse evenly on top.
- 8
Prepare the Ganache
Heat heavy cream in a saucepan until just boiling. Pour over chopped dark chocolate and let sit for 5 minutes. Stir until smooth.
- 9
Finish the Cake
Pour the ganache over the mousse layer, allowing it to drip down the sides. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
