Chocolate Chunk Mousse Cake Recipe

August 28, 2023 Post a Comment

Description

This delicious Chocolate Chunk Mousse Cake is an indulgent treat that is perfect for any special occasion. It's rich, creamy and full of flavor. The velvety smooth chocolate mousse layer is studded with chocolate chunks and sandwiched between two layers of moist and fluffy cake. Topped off with a chocolate ganache and a sprinkle of chocolate chunks, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone.

This decadent cake is surprisingly easy to make, even for beginner bakers. With a few basic ingredients and some simple steps, you can have this delicious dessert ready to go in no time. Whether you're serving this cake for a special celebration or just want to treat yourself, this recipe is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Ingredients

For the cake:

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs
¾ cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup buttermilk

For the chocolate mousse:

2 ½ cups heavy cream
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chocolate chunks

For the ganache:

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon unsalted butter

For the topping:

1/4 cup chocolate chunks

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and line with parchment paper. Set aside.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

3. In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the sugar, eggs, oil, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

4. With the mixer on low, add the dry ingredients in three batches, alternating with the buttermilk. Mix until just combined.

5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

6. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.

7. To make the mousse, add the heavy cream to the bowl of the stand mixer and beat until stiff peaks form.

8. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until completely melted.

9. Add the melted chocolate, vanilla extract, and chocolate chunks to the whipped cream and fold together until combined.

10. To assemble the cake, place one of the cooled cakes on a cake stand or plate. Spread half of the mousse over the top of the cake. Top with the second cake and spread the remaining mousse over the top.

11. To make the ganache, add the chocolate chips, heavy cream, and butter to a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until the ganache is smooth.

12. Pour the ganache over the cake and spread evenly. Sprinkle the top with the remaining chocolate chunks.

13. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. Enjoy!