Description

Indulge in a rich, creamy Chocolate Mousse Cake that melts in your mouth. Perfect for special occasions or a sweet everyday escape.

Ingredients

Scale

200g dark chocolate (70% cocoa), finely chopped
4 large eggs, separated
1/4 cup granulated sugar, plus a little extra for egg whites
1 cup heavy cream, chilled
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
A pinch of salt
Optional: cocoa powder or chocolate shavings for garnish

Instructions

Melt the dark chocolate using a double boiler or microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring until smooth. Let cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, whisk egg yolks with sugar until pale and creamy. Stir in the melted chocolate and vanilla extract until well combined.
Whip the heavy cream in a separate bowl until soft peaks form. Gently fold into the chocolate mixture to keep it light.
In another clean bowl, beat egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form. Carefully fold into the chocolate mix in thirds, keeping the texture airy.
Spoon into individual dishes or a serving bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least two hours to set.
Before serving, dust with cocoa powder or sprinkle chocolate shavings if desired.

Notes

Let the melted chocolate cool before mixing with egg yolks to avoid scrambling. Be gentle when folding egg whites to preserve the mousse’s airy texture. Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 3 days. Also works great as a cake or tart filling.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: French

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 300
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 55mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 115mg

Keywords: chocolate mousse, no-bake dessert, chocolate cake, mousse cake