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Mint Chocolate Mousse Cake

Mint Chocolate Mousse Cake

Indulge in this delicious Mint Chocolate Mousse Cake, a perfect blend of rich chocolate and refreshing mint flavors, ideal for dessert lovers.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 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

Equipment

  • double boiler
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • sifter
  • Spatula
  • 9-inch round cake pans

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

This cake is versatile; consider swapping mint for other flavors like orange zest or using different chocolates for a unique twist.

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