Description
Dark Chocolate Raspberry Mousse Cake is a stunning dessert that masterfully blends rich dark chocolate with the tartness of fresh raspberries. This decadent cake features a moist chocolate base topped with a velvety mousse, making it perfect for celebrations or cozy nights in. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, this cake promises to impress your family and friends while satisfying your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 7 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream, cold
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar, divided
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- Melt dark chocolate and butter in a double boiler until smooth. Allow to cool slightly.
- Whip heavy cream with half of the sugar until soft peaks form. Gently fold in the melted chocolate mixture.
- Beat eggs with remaining sugar until pale, then fold in the mousse mixture until fully combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean but moist. Let cool completely before removing from the pan.
- Top with fresh raspberries and optional whipped cream before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg