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Dark Chocolate Raspberry Mousse Cake Recipe

Dark Chocolate Raspberry Mousse Cake Recipe
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Indulge in the decadent delight of this Dark Chocolate Raspberry Mousse Cake. A rich, moist chocolate cake layered with luscious raspberry mousse and topped with a glossy dark chocolate ganache, this dessert is a showstopper for any occasion.

Ingredients

Cake:

  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk

Raspberry Mousse:

  • 1 cup Fresh raspberries
  • 1/4 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 4 ounces Dark chocolate (melted)

Ganache:

  • 4 ounces Dark chocolate (chopped)
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with buttermilk, mixing until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. For the raspberry mousse, puree raspberries with sugar in a blender, then strain through a fine mesh sieve.
  9. Whip heavy cream and vanilla extract until soft peaks form, then fold in melted dark chocolate and raspberry puree.
  10. Refrigerate the mousse for about 30 minutes to set.
  11. Once the cake is cooled, slice it in half horizontally to create two layers.
  12. Place one layer on a serving plate and spread half of the raspberry mousse over it, then add the second layer and top with remaining mousse.
  13. Chill the assembled cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  14. For the ganache, heat heavy cream until just boiling, then pour over chopped dark chocolate and let sit for a few minutes before stirring until smooth.
  15. Drizzle the ganache over the chilled cake before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure the melted chocolate for the mousse is cooled before folding into the cream.
  • For a more intense raspberry flavor, consider adding a splash of raspberry liqueur to the mousse.

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