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Dark Chocolate Raspberry Mousse Cake

A rich and decadent dark chocolate mousse cake layered with fresh raspberries, perfect for special occasions.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Base
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Chocolate Mousse
  • 8 ounces dark chocolate chopped
  • 2 cups heavy cream divided
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 large egg whites
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Raspberry Layer
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries plus extra for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

Method
 

Prepare Cake Base
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
  3. Add melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25 minutes. Let cool completely.
Make Chocolate Mousse
  1. Melt dark chocolate in a double boiler, stirring until smooth. Let cool slightly.
  2. In a separate bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream with sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
  3. In another bowl, beat egg whites with salt until stiff peaks form.
  4. Fold the melted chocolate into the whipped cream, then gently fold in the egg whites until combined.
Assemble the Cake
  1. Spread a layer of fresh raspberries on top of the cooled cake base.
  2. Pour the chocolate mousse over the raspberries, smoothing the top.
  3. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until set.
  4. Garnish with additional raspberries before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 6gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 19gFiber: 3gSugar: 20g

Notes

For best results, use high-quality dark chocolate and fresh raspberries.

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