Description
A rich and decadent chocolate strawberry mousse cake that combines the flavors of chocolate and fresh strawberries for a delightful dessert experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dark chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- Fresh strawberries for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a saucepan, melt the dark chocolate and butter over low heat, stirring until smooth.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
- Fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture until well combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Let the cake cool completely before removing from the pan.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold in the strawberry puree into the whipped cream.
- Spread the strawberry mousse over the cooled chocolate cake.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Garnish with fresh strawberries before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the chocolate is of high quality for the best flavor.
- For a richer taste, use bittersweet chocolate.
- Let the cake cool completely to prevent the mousse from melting.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking and Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Chocolate Strawberry Mousse Cake, dessert, chocolate cake, strawberry mousse