6 Layer Dreamy Chocolate Mousse Cake Paula Deen
Indulge your senses with Paula Deen’s 6 Layer Dreamy Chocolate Mousse Cake, a decadent showstopper that’s perfect for any chocolate lover. This multi-layered masterpiece starts with three rich, moist chocolate cake layers, each sliced into two thin tiers, creating six irresistible levels of cocoa-filled delight. Between every layer, you’ll find a luscious homemade chocolate mousse made with silky semisweet chocolate, velvety whipped cream, and the perfect touch of gelatin for stability. A final flourish of glossy chocolate ganache cascades over the top, creating a beautiful drip effect that’s as elegant as it is mouthwatering. With just 45 minutes of prep time and an impressive presentation, it’s ideal for celebrations, holidays, or whenever your chocolate cravings strike. Serve this chilled, dreamy dessert to wow your guests and savor every rich, velvety bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup Cocoa powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Boiling water
- 3.5 cups Heavy cream
- 18 ounces Semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons Gelatin powder (unflavored)
- 3 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line the bottom of 3 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
Sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
Add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix on medium speed until well combined.
Slowly incorporate the boiling water into the batter. The batter will be thin—this is normal.
Divide the batter evenly among the 3 prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow cakes to cool completely on wire racks.
To prepare the chocolate mousse, sprinkle gelatin over 3 tablespoons of cold water in a small bowl, letting it bloom for 5 minutes.
In a saucepan, heat 1 cup of heavy cream until just steaming (do not let it boil). Remove from heat, stir in the gelatin until dissolved, and pour over 12 ounces of semisweet chocolate chips in a bowl. Let sit for 1 minute, then whisk until smooth. Allow this chocolate mixture to cool to room temperature.
Whip an additional 2 cups of heavy cream and powdered sugar in a chilled bowl until stiff peaks form.
Once the chocolate mixture has cooled, fold the whipped cream into it gently, a third at a time, to create the mousse.
Slice each cooled cake layer in half horizontally to create 6 thin layers.
Place the first cake layer on a serving platter. Spread an even layer of mousse over the top. Repeat with remaining layers, ending with mousse on top.
For the ganache, heat the remaining 1/2 cup heavy cream until steaming. Pour over the remaining 6 ounces of semisweet chocolate chips, let sit for 1 minute, then whisk until smooth.
Pour the ganache over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides for a dramatic effect.
Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving to set the mousse and ganache.
Slice and serve chilled for a truly dreamy chocolate experience!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
9010 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 548.5 g | 703% | |
| Saturated Fat | 280.8 g | 1404% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1241 mg | 414% | |
| Sodium | 5461 mg | 237% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 955.3 g | 347% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 62.7 g | 224% | |
| Total Sugars | 701.5 g | ||
| Protein | 95.1 g | 190% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 810 mg | 62% | |
| Iron | 38.3 mg | 213% | |
| Potassium | 3392 mg | 72% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
