Mourir de chocolat recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Aug 04 2026
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Mourir De Chocolat Recipe

Inspired by Le Pégase
Time40m
Serves8

Indulge in our decadent 'Mourir de chocolat,' a rich chocolate lover's dream that combines velvety layers of dark chocolate mousse with a silky ganache, all encased in a delicate chocolate shell. Each bite melts in your mouth, offering an irresistible symphony of deep cocoa flavors that will leave you longing for more. Perfectly paired with a hint of raspberry coulis for a touch of tartness, this dessert is an exquisite finale to any meal.

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Ingredients

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Mourir de Chocolat Ingredients

Method

Mourir de Chocolat Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Melt Chocolate and Butter

    In a heatproof bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Melt them together over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method) or in the microwave in short bursts, stirring until smooth.

  3. 3

    Mix Sugar and Eggs

    In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and eggs until pale and fluffy. Add in the vanilla extract and mix well.

  4. 4

    Combine Mixtures

    Gradually pour the melted chocolate and butter mixture into the egg and sugar mixture, stirring continuously to combine.

  5. 5

    Add Dry Ingredients

    Sift the all-purpose flour and salt into the chocolate mixture, folding gently until just combined.

  6. 6

    Bake the Cake

    Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly soft.

  7. 7

    Cool and Serve

    Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto a serving plate. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

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