Description
Indulge in the exquisite Chocolate Raspberry Mousse Cake, a luxurious dessert that beautifully marries rich chocolate, tart raspberries, and smooth vanilla mousse. This stunning three-layered cake sits atop a decadent brownie base, delivering an unforgettable experience for any celebration or a sweet treat after dinner. Each layer offers a delightful contrast of textures, making this cake a must-have for dessert lovers. Simple yet elegant, it’s perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or just to brighten your day. With easy-to-follow instructions and customizable design options, you can impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings effortlessly.
Ingredients
- 3.33 oz all-purpose flour (3/4 cup)
- 2 oz unsweetened cocoa powder (2/3 cup)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 4 oz unsalted butter
- 7.75 oz granulated sugar (1 cup + 2 tbsp)
- 2 large eggs (large, at room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 9 oz semi-sweet chocolate (finely chopped)
- 1 3/4 cups heavy cream (divided use)
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tsp unflavored powdered Vegan Gelatin
- 2 TBSP water
- 1 1/2 cups fresh raspberries
- 9 oz white chocolate (finely chopped)
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream (divided use)
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tsp unflavored powdered Vegan Gelatin
- 2 TBSP water
- pink gel food coloring (optional)
- 9 oz white chocolate (finely chopped)
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream (divided use)
- 4 TBSP honey
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tsp unflavored powdered Vegan Gelatin
- 2 TBSP water
- 2 tsp vanilla bean paste (can substitute vanilla extract)
- 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate (finely chopped)
- 4 oz heavy cream
- 1 pint fresh raspberries
- Chocolate curls (or other decorations)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Combine flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder in one bowl; set aside.
- Melt butter and mix with sugar; add eggs and vanilla.
- Fold in dry ingredients until just combined; pour into prepared pan and bake for 24 minutes.
- Cool completely before layering with mousse.
- Prepare each mousse layer separately by melting chocolate and whipping cream according to detailed recipe instructions.
- Assemble layers on the brownie base; chill after each layer to set properly.
- Decorate with fresh raspberries and serve chilled.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 24 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice ≈ 100g
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Use high-quality chocolate for richer flavor. Chill mousse layers adequately for defined layers. Customize decorations using fruits or edible flowers.