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Chocolate Mousse Layer Cake

Chocolate Mousse Layer Cake
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If you’re in search of an indulgent dessert that will leave a lasting impression, look no further than this Chocolate Mousse Layer Cake. With its rich chocolate cake layers paired with velvety dark and white chocolate mousses, topped off with a glossy milk chocolate ganache, this cake is perfect for any occasion—from birthdays to family gatherings. The combination of textures and flavors creates a truly elegant treat that’s surprisingly easy to assemble, even for novice bakers. Prepare it ahead of time to chill overnight, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully while you enjoy your time with guests. Get ready to delight everyone at your table with this show-stopping dessert!

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • ½ cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1½ teaspoons baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon espresso powder
  • 1 cup hot water
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups heavy cream, divided
  • 3.5 oz dark chocolate, chopped
  • 4.5 oz white chocolate, chopped
  • 5 oz milk chocolate, chopped
  • ⅓ cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). In a bowl, combine dry ingredients: flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, sour cream, vegetable oil, and vanilla until smooth. Combine wet and dry mixtures; stir in hot water until batter is silky.
  2. Divide batter into lined 8-inch round pans; bake for 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely before leveling tops.
  3. For the mousse: heat one cup of heavy cream with vanilla until steaming. Whisk egg yolks with sugar and cornstarch; temper with hot cream. Cook until thickened; divide into two bowls. Stir in melted dark chocolate in one bowl and white chocolate in the other.
  4. Whip remaining cream; fold into each chocolate mixture to create mousses.
  5. Assemble by layering cake and mousse in a dessert ring. Chill until set.
  6. Make ganache by heating cream and pouring over chopped milk chocolate; stir until smooth. Cool slightly before pouring over the chilled cake.

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