Description
Indulge in the decadent flavors of our Scrumptious Mint Chocolate Mousse Cake, where rich dark chocolate meets refreshing mint. This elegant dessert features layers of silky mint chocolate mousse enveloped in a light chocolate cake, making it perfect for any occasion—from birthdays to cozy nights in. Easy to prepare ahead of time and sure to impress, this cake is destined to become a beloved favorite among family and friends.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup dark chocolate (chopped)
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves (packed)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Melt dark chocolate over a double boiler or microwave; let cool slightly before mixing in sugar and eggs.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until well mixed. Split batter between prepared pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool on wire racks.
- For the mousse, whip cream to soft peaks. Melt dark chocolate with mint leaves infused in hot cream; fold whipped cream into cooled chocolate mixture.
- Assemble: Place one cake layer on a plate, spread half the mousse on top, add the second layer, and finish with remaining mousse. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (130g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg