Chocolate Elegance
Indulge in the luxurious allure of *Chocolate Elegance*, a decadent no-bake chocolate mousse cake that’s perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to pure indulgence. This recipe combines a rich chocolate cookie crust with an airy and velvety dark chocolate mousse, topped with a glossy ganache layer for the ultimate dessert experience. Featuring premium ingredients like 70% dark chocolate, heavy cream, and a hint of vanilla, this treat strikes the perfect balance between bittersweet and creamy. Step-by-step instructions guide you through crafting an elegant dessert that’s as stunning as it is delicious. Beautifully finished with a dusting of cocoa powder or chocolate shavings, Chocolate Elegance is a show-stopping finale for any occasion. Ideal for chocolate lovers, this dessert retains a professional patisserie-quality appeal while being approachable to make at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
- 150 grams Unsalted butter
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 4 Eggs (large)
- 500 ml Heavy cream
- 50 grams Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 200 grams Chocolate cookies (crushed)
- 100 grams Unsalted butter (melted for crust)
- 1 teaspoon Gelatin powder
- 2 tablespoons Water (cold, for blooming gelatin)
Instructions
Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, mix the crushed chocolate cookies with melted butter until evenly combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form a crust layer. Refrigerate while preparing the mousse.
Prepare the chocolate mousse: In a heatproof bowl, melt 200 grams of dark chocolate and 150 grams of unsalted butter over a double boiler, stirring until smooth. Let it cool slightly.
Separate the egg yolks and whites. Beat the yolks with granulated sugar using a hand mixer until pale and thick. Slowly fold the cooled chocolate mixture into the yolk mixture.
In a small bowl, bloom 1 teaspoon of gelatin in 2 tablespoons of cold water. Let it sit for 5 minutes before gently dissolving the gelatin over low heat. Stir the melted gelatin into the chocolate mixture.
In another large bowl, whip 300 ml of heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until fully incorporated. Pour the mousse over the prepared crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
Make the ganache topping: In a small saucepan, heat the remaining 200 ml of heavy cream until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and pour it over 100 grams of dark chocolate, letting it sit for 2 minutes. Stir until smooth and glossy. Allow the ganache to cool slightly before pouring it over the set mousse layer.
Sprinkle a light dusting of cocoa powder over the ganache or garnish with chocolate shavings for presentation. Let the dessert chill for an additional hour to set the ganache.
Gently remove the springform pan ring and slice the dessert carefully with a warm knife to serve. Enjoy your Chocolate Elegance!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7185 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 573.3 g | 735% | |
| Saturated Fat | 327.5 g | 1638% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1827 mg | 609% | |
| Sodium | 1210 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 429.7 g | 156% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 43.4 g | 155% | |
| Total Sugars | 303.6 g | ||
| Protein | 67.3 g | 135% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.2 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 454 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 44.2 mg | 246% | |
| Potassium | 2986 mg | 64% | |
*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.
