Elegant Chocolate Mousse Cake Recipe

Name: Elegant Chocolate Mousse Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Crust:; 3 cups chocolate wafer crumbs; 10 tablespoons butter, melted; Filling:; 1 pound semisweet chocolate, chopped; 2 eggs; 4 eggs, separated; 2 cups heavy whipping cream; 6 tablespoons confectioners' sugar; Topping:; 2 cups heavy whipping cream; 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar, or to taste; 2 tablespoons orange liqueur (such as Grand Marnier(R)) (optional)

Servings: persons

Crust:
3 cups chocolate wafer crumbs
10 tablespoons butter, melted
Filling:
1 pound semisweet chocolate, chopped
2 eggs
4 eggs, separated
2 cups heavy whipping cream
6 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
Topping:
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar, or to taste
2 tablespoons orange liqueur (such as Grand Marnier(R)) (optional)

1
Mix chocolate wafer crumbs and butter together in a bowl. Press over the bottom and up the sides of a 10-inch springform pan. Freeze until firm, 20 to 30 minutes.
2
Melt chocolate in top of a double boiler over simmering water, stirring frequently and scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
3
Whisk 2 eggs and 4 egg yolks in a bowl. Gradually pour in melted chocolate, whisking constantly, until well blended.
4
Beat egg whites in a glass, metal, or ceramic bowl until stiff peaks form.
5
Beat cream in a chilled glass or metal bowl with an electric mixer until foamy. Add 6 tablespoons confectioners' sugar; continue to beat until soft peaks form.
6
Fold one-third of the egg whites and one-third of the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until lightened. Fold in remaining egg whites and whipped cream until thoroughly incorporated. Pour into the crust.
7
Chill cake until mousse is set, 6 hours to overnight.
8
Combine 2 cups heavy cream, 1/4 confectioners' sugar, and orange liqueur in a large bowl; beat until stiff peaks form. Spoon into a pastry bag fitted with a star tip. Pipe whipped cream rosettes to garnish each slice.

3027

kcal

Calories

220

Fat

221

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Crust:, 3 cups chocolate wafer crumbs, 10 tablespoons butter, melted, Filling:, and more.

Yes, Elegant Chocolate 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.

Elegant Chocolate Mousse Cake

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