Chocolate-Chestnut Mousse Cake Recipe

Name: Chocolate-Chestnut Mousse Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: vegetable oil, for pan; 1 (7 1/2 ounce) jarpeeled roasted chestnuts; 1 cup whole milk; ¼ cup plus 1 tablespoon light-brown sugar; 1 pinch coarse salt; 3 large egg yolks; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, room temperature; 2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, melted and slightly cooled, plus more for shavings (preferably 61 percent cacao); 1 ½ cups cold heavy cream; 24 chocolate wafer cookies (from 1 package)

Servings: persons

vegetable oil, for pan
1 (7 1/2 ounce) jarpeeled roasted chestnuts
1 cup whole milk
¼ cup plus 1 tablespoon light-brown sugar
1 pinch coarse salt
3 large egg yolks
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, room temperature
2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, melted and slightly cooled, plus more for shavings (preferably 61 percent cacao)
1 ½ cups cold heavy cream
24 chocolate wafer cookies (from 1 package)

1
Lightly coat an 8-inch round cake pan with oil, and line with plastic, leaving a 4-inch overhang.
2
Finely grind chestnuts in a food processor.
3
Heat ground chestnuts, milk, 3 tablespoons sugar, and the salt in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until bubbles form at edge.
4
Whisk together yolks, cornstarch, and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in a medium heatproof bowl.
5
Slowly add hot chestnut mixture to yolk mixture, whisking constantly.
6
Return to pan; cook over medium-low heat, whisking constantly, until thick, about 2 minutes.
7
Transfer to the bowl of a mixer.
8
Add vanilla and butter.
9
Beat on medium speed until cool, about 5 minutes.
10
Stir half the chestnut mixture into melted chocolate.
11
Beat 1 1/4 cups cream until soft peaks form.
12
Using a rubber spatula, gently fold half the whipped cream into plain chestnut mixture and the other half into chocolate-chestnut mixture.
13
Pour chestnut mousse into prepared pan.
14
Cover with 12 chocolate wafers, working in a circular pattern.
15
Top with chocolate-chestnut mousse and remaining 12 chocolate wafers.
16
Fold plastic overhang over top to cover cake.
17
Refrigerate overnight.
18
Uncover cake; place a platter on top, flip, and unmold.
19
Remove plastic.
20
Beat remaining 1/4 cup cream until soft peaks form.
21
Spread on top of cake.
22
Garnish with chocolate shavings.

3901

kcal

Calories

235

Fat

392

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: vegetable oil, for pan, 1 (7 1/2 ounce) jarpeeled roasted chestnuts, 1 cup whole milk, ¼ cup plus 1 tablespoon light-brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Chocolate-Chestnut Mousse Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Chocolate-Chestnut Mousse Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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