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Easy Chocolate Mousse Cake

Easy Chocolate Mousse Cake Recipe
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Indulge in the rich decadence of our Easy Chocolate Mousse Cake Recipe, a delightful dessert that promises to impress at any gathering. This cake features luscious layers of moist chocolate cake, airy chocolate mousse, and a glossy ganache topping, creating a treat that’s as stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or cozy nights at home, this recipe allows you to feel like a master baker without spending hours in the kitchen. With straightforward instructions and make-ahead convenience, you can whip this up with ease and enjoy every delicious slice.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 ½ tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup hot coffee
  • 8 oz semisweet chocolate
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 6 oz bittersweet chocolate
  • 1 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp light corn syrup
  • 1 tbsp butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat eggs, oil, buttermilk, and hot coffee until smooth.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients gently until just mixed; do not overmix.
  5. Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
  6. For the mousse, melt semisweet chocolate and let cool slightly. Whip cold cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form; fold in chocolate.
  7. Assemble by layering cake with mousse; refrigerate for at least three hours.
  8. For ganache, heat cream then pour over chopped bittersweet chocolate and stir until smooth; cool slightly before pouring over the cake.

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