Heavenly Raspberry Chocolate Mousse Cake
Indulge in the Heavenly Raspberry Chocolate Mousse Cake, a dessert that perfectly balances rich chocolate and tart raspberry flavors. This elegant layered cake is a showstopper for any occasion, from birthday celebrations to cozy family gatherings. With its light and airy mousse filling enveloped between moist chocolate layers, each bite delivers an unforgettable taste experience. Easy to make, this charming dessert can be customized with different fruits or toppings, ensuring it suits your preferences. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this delightful creation that promises to impress!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp agar-agar powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and baking powder.
- In another bowl, mix the eggs, vegetable oil, and whole milk until well combined.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cooling completely on a rack.
- For the mousse, melt the dark chocolate chips in a bowl and heat raspberries with agar-agar until dissolved. Mix them together to create the mousse filling.
- Assemble by layering one cake with half of the mousse filling, topping it with the second layer and remaining mousse.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg