Chocolate Coffee Mousse Cake
Indulge in the ultimate fusion of rich chocolate and bold coffee flavors with this decadent Chocolate Coffee Mousse Cake. This show-stopping dessert features a moist, cocoa-infused cake base enhanced by a hint of brewed coffee, creating a perfectly balanced bittersweet foundation. Topped with a luscious layer of airy chocolate mousse made with real dark chocolate and stabilized with a touch of gelatin for the perfect texture, this cake is both elegant and indulgent. Decorated with cocoa nibs or delicate chocolate shavings, it’s a treat that dazzles both the eyes and the taste buds. Ideal for special occasions or a luxurious end to a meal, this cake is sure to impress. Plus, with a refrigerated mousse layer that sets beautifully, it’s a make-ahead masterpiece for stress-free entertaining. Serves 8 and is destined to become your new favorite dessert!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 grams all-purpose flour
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 50 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 2 eggs
- 120 milliliters milk
- 60 milliliters vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 120 milliliters hot brewed coffee
- 200 grams dark chocolate
- 300 milliliters heavy cream
- 1 teaspoons gelatin powder
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- 30 grams cocoa nibs or chocolate shavings (for decoration)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Gradually add the hot brewed coffee to the batter, mixing gently to combine. The batter will be thin. Pour it into the prepared pan.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before transferring it to a plate or cake stand.
To prepare the chocolate mousse, chop the dark chocolate into small pieces and melt it in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water. Stir until smooth, then let it cool slightly.
In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin powder over 2 tablespoons of cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes. Then, gently heat it in the microwave or over low heat just until dissolved.
Whip the heavy cream in a large bowl until soft peaks form. Add the melted chocolate and dissolved gelatin to the whipped cream, folding gently until smooth and fully combined.
Spread the chocolate mousse over the cooled cake, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Refrigerate the cake for at least 3 hours to allow the mousse to set completely.
Before serving, decorate with cocoa nibs or chocolate shavings for an elegant finish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
554 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.9 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.2 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 85 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 389 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.1 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.3 g | ||
| Protein | 7.4 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 57 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 303 mg | 6% | |
*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.
