Hi, Lykkers! Indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience with this Chocolate Mousse Cake, a luscious dessert combining three layers of chocolate delight.

This cake features a moist chocolate base, light and airy chocolate mousse, and a rich chocolate ganache, each bite melting in your mouth with an explosion of flavors.

Ingredients

1. For the chocolate cake base

1 cup of vegetable oil

1 cup of granulated sugar

1 cup of brown sugar

3 large eggs

1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

1 cup of sour cream

1 ¾ cups of all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon of baking powder

1 teaspoon of baking soda

1 teaspoon of salt

1/3 cup of cornstarch

3/4 cup of Dutch cocoa powder

1 cup of hot coffee

2. For the chocolate mousse

Gather 200g of dark chocolate (70% cocoa)

200g of milk chocolate

6 large egg yolks

2 teaspoons of unflavored gelatin powder

2 tablespoons of cold water

2 cups of heavy cream (divided)

4 large egg whites

1/4 teaspoon of cream of tartar

1/2 cup of granulated sugar

3. For the chocolate ganache

1 cup of heavy cream

200g of finely chopped dark chocolate

Instructions

Making the Chocolate Cake Base

1. Prepare the Batter:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9-inch springform pan.

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and sour cream until smooth.

In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cornstarch, and Dutch cocoa powder.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.

Slowly mix in the hot coffee until the batter is smooth and well incorporated.

2. Bake:

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove it from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack.

3. Level and Soak:

Once cooled, slice off the top of the cake to create a level surface.

Mix 1/4 cup of hot coffee with 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder and spoon this mixture over the cake to soak it, ensuring a moist and tender texture.

Making the Chocolate Mousse

1. Melt the Chocolate:

Chop the dark and milk chocolates and place them in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring occasionally until melted and smooth.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

2. Incorporate Egg Yolks:

Whisk the egg yolks into the melted chocolate, one at a time, ensuring each yolk is fully incorporated before adding the next.

3. Prepare the Gelatin:

Sprinkle the gelatin over cold water in a small bowl and let it bloom for a few minutes until gelatinous.

Heat 1/2 cup of heavy cream in a small saucepan until steaming, then whisk in the bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved.

Slowly whisk this mixture into the chocolate and egg yolk mixture.

4. Make it fluffy:

Whip the remaining 1 1/2 cups of heavy cream to stiff peaks.

In another bowl, whip the egg whites with cream of tartar until frothy, then gradually add sugar, whipping to stiff peaks.

Gently fold the whipped cream and then the meringue into the chocolate mixture, taking care not to deflate the mousse.

5. Assembling the Cake

1. Prepare the Pan:

Line the sides of the springform pan with acetate to create a cake collar.

2. Layer the Mousse:

Pour the chocolate mousse over the leveled cake base, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to set the mousse completely.

Making the Chocolate Ganache

1. Heat the Cream:

In a small saucepan, bring the heavy cream to a simmer.

Pour the hot cream over the finely chopped dark chocolate and let sit for a minute before stirring until smooth and glossy.

2. Cover the Cake:

Once the mousse is set, remove the cake from the springform pan and remove the acetate.

Pour the ganache over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.

Final Touches

Let the ganache set before serving. Slice and enjoy the rich layers of chocolate goodness in this decadent chocolate mousse cake!

With its rich, moist chocolate cake base, airy mousse filling, and decadent ganache topping, this Chocolate Mousse Cake is the epitome of chocolate indulgence. Lykkers, Enjoy every blissful bite, and savor the delightful journey through the layers of chocolate heaven.