Chocolate Gianduja Mousse Cake recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 14 2026
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Chocolate Gianduja Mousse Cake Recipe

Inspired by ZINC New Haven
Time30m
Serves8

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Ingredients

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Chocolate Gianduja Mousse Cake

Method

Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Gelatin

    Soak the gelatin sheets in cold water for about 5 minutes until soft. Squeeze out excess water and set aside.

  2. 2

    Melt the Chocolate

    In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate over a double boiler until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in the hazelnut paste.

  3. 3

    Whip the Cream

    In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until it forms soft peaks. Be careful not to overwhip.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Egg Mixture

    In another bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar together until the mixture is pale and fluffy.

  5. 5

    Combine Ingredients

    Gently fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture. Then, fold in the whipped cream until just combined.

  6. 6

    Incorporate Gelatin

    Heat the water gently and dissolve the soaked gelatin in it. Allow it to cool slightly, then fold it into the mousse mixture.

  7. 7

    Chill the Mousse

    Pour the mousse into a cake mold and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.

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