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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Kahlua Anglaise Ingredients
Method
Chocolate Mousse Cake Preparation
- 1
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate and unsalted butter together over a double boiler. Stir until smooth and let it cool slightly.
- 2
Prepare the Batter
In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and granulated sugar until pale and fluffy. Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- 3
Fold in Flour
Gently fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- 4
Bake the Cake
Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
Kahlua Anglaise Preparation
- 5
Heat Cream and Milk
In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream and milk over medium heat. Heat until just below boiling.
- 6
Whisk Egg Yolks and Sugar
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- 7
Combine Mixtures
Slowly pour the heated cream mixture into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly to prevent curdling.
- 8
Cook Anglaise
Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon. Remove from heat and stir in the Kahlua. Let cool.