Description
A rich and creamy chocolate almond mousse cake that is perfect for any special occasion or as a delightful dessert.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- Chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix almond flour, cocoa powder, and sugar.
- Add melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.
- Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Let the cake cool completely.
- In another bowl, whip heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Spread the whipped cream over the cooled cake and garnish with chocolate shavings.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the cake is completely cooled before adding the whipped cream.
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate cocoa powder.
- This cake can be made a day in advance for better flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Chocolate Almond Mousse Cake, dessert, gluten free cake, chocolate cake