Ultimate Chocolate Mousse Layer Cake

Rich chocolate layers embraced by silky mousse and crowned with glossy ganache – this showstopping chocolate mousse cake transforms any occasion into a celebration of flavor.

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 1 hour Cook Time: 35 minutes Chill Time: 4 hours Total Time: 5 hours 35 minutes Servings: 12-14 slices

For the Chocolate Cake Layers

• 2½ cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• ¾ cup premium cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 large eggs, room temperature
• 1 cup milk
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons alcohol free vanilla extract
• 1 cup hot strong coffee

For the Chocolate Mousse

• 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate
• 4 cups heavy whipping cream
• ¼ cup powdered sugar
• 2 teaspoons alcohol free vanilla extract

For the Ganache Topping

• 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons butter, softened

Instructions

Preparing the Cake

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line three 8-inch cake pans with parchment.
2. Mix dry ingredients: flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
3. Combine wet ingredients: eggs, milk, oil, vanilla, and coffee.
4. Pour batter evenly into prepared pans.
5. Bake 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.

Creating the Mousse

1. Melt chocolate using a double boiler method.
2. Whip cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
3. Fold melted chocolate into whipped cream mixture.
4. Chill until set but still spreadable.

Assembling the Cake

1. Level cake layers once completely cooled.
2. Place first layer on cake board.
3. Spread thick layer of mousse.
4. Add second cake layer and repeat.
5. Top with final layer.
6. Chill 30 minutes.

Finishing Touches

1. Prepare ganache by heating cream and pouring over chocolate.
2. Allow to cool until spreadable.
3. Cover cake with ganache.
4. Pipe rosettes and sprinkle with chocolate shavings.
5. Chill 4 hours or overnight.

Pro Tips

• Room temperature ingredients ensure better mixing
• Chill between each step for cleaner layers
• Use a serrated knife warmed in hot water for clean slices
• Store in refrigerator for up to 5 days

Storage and Serving

Keep refrigerated but serve at room temperature for optimal flavor and texture. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before serving.

Recipe Notes

All ingredients used in this recipe are halal-friendly. However, feel free to adjust the ingredients according to your dietary preferences and needs.