Description

Indulge in a decadent Dark Chocolate Raspberry Mousse Cake featuring layers of rich chocolate cake, tangy raspberry mousse, and a crunchy pistachio praline. This show-stopping dessert is perfect for special occasions or a luxurious treat.

Ingredients

Scale

200 g (7 oz) Dark Chocolate (70% Cocoa), chopped
200 g (7 oz) Unsalted Butter, melted
150 g (5.3 oz) Granulated Sugar
4 Large Eggs, separated
1 tsp Alcohol‑free Vanilla Extract
60 g (2 oz) All‑Purpose Flour
0.5 tsp Fine Sea Salt
300 g (10.5 oz) Fresh Raspberries, plus extra for garnish
200 ml (¾ cup) Heavy Cream
2 tsp Agar‑Agar Powder, dissolved in 2 tbsp Water
100 g (3.5 oz) Pistachios, toasted and chopped
80 g (2.8 oz) Granulated Sugar (for Praline)
2 tbsp Unsalted Butter (for Praline)
100 g (3.5 oz) Dark Chocolate for Glaze, chopped
60 ml (¼ cup) Heavy Cream for Glaze

Instructions

Prepare Cake Base: Place the first chocolate cake layer on a serving plate.
Apply Raspberry Mousse: Spread raspberry mousse evenly over the chocolate layer.
Add Praline Layer: Sprinkle half of the pistachio praline over the mousse.
Place Second Layer: Top with the second chocolate cake layer.
Final Mousse Layer: Spread remaining mousse over the top layer.
Prepare Chocolate Glaze: Melt dark chocolate with heavy cream.
Glaze the Cake: Pour glaze over the cake and spread evenly.
Decorate: Garnish with raspberries and remaining praline.
Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes before serving.

Notes

For best results, use high-quality dark chocolate and fresh raspberries. Ensure agar-agar is fully activated by simmering the raspberry puree.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking, Chilling
Cuisine: French

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 450 kcal
Sugar: 30 g
Sodium: 150 mg
Fat: 25 g
Saturated Fat: 15 g
Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 40 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 5 g
Cholesterol: 100 mg

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