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Raspberry Chocolate Mousse Cake

Raspberry Chocolate Mousse Cake: 5 Layers of Bliss

  • Author: Nora
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Raspberry Chocolate Mousse Cake features rich chocolate layers and a light raspberry mousse.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 8 ounces dark chocolate, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour a cake pan.
  3. In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Add butter, eggs, vanilla, and milk. Mix until smooth.
  5. Pour batter into cake pan.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes.
  7. Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  8. Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
  9. Fold in melted chocolate and raspberries to the whipped cream.
  10. Spread the mousse over the cooled cake.
  11. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh raspberries for best flavor.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
  • Can substitute dark chocolate with milk chocolate.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

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