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Mint Chocolate Mousse Cake

Mint Chocolate Mousse Cake

This Mint Chocolate Mousse Cake is the perfect blend of rich chocolate and refreshing mint flavors, ideal for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup dark chocolate (70% cocoa) chopped
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream whipped
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted

Equipment

  • double boiler
  • Mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Melt dark chocolate and butter in a double boiler, then set aside to cool.
  3. Whisk eggs and sugar in a bowl until fluffy, then fold in the melted chocolate mixture.
  4. Sift cocoa powder and flour into the batter, folding gently to combine.
  5. Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool completely.
  6. Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form; mix sugar with chopped mint leaves and combine with whipped cream.
  7. Assemble by layering one cake on a plate, spreading half the mint mousse on top, adding the second layer, and topping with remaining mousse.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 26g

Notes

Feel free to customize with milk chocolate or fresh berries.

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