Name: recipe mocha mousse cake
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Cuisine: International
Ingredients: 200 g (7 oz) All-Purpose Flour: Provides structure and a tender crumb.; 30 g (1 oz) Unsweetened Cocoa Powder: Delivers intense chocolate flavor.; 150 g (3/4 cup) Granulated Sugar: Adds sweetness and a fluffy texture.; 1 tsp (5 ml) Baking Powder: Helps the cake rise.; 1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) Baking Soda: Works with baking powder for a perfect rise.; 1/4 tsp (1.25 ml) Salt: Enhances flavors.; 2 Large Eggs: Provide structure and richness.; 120 ml (1/2 cup) Whole Milk: Adds moisture.; 120 ml (1/2 cup) Melted Unsalted Butter: Contributes to a moist and rich cake.; 1 tsp (5 ml) Alcohol-Free Vanilla Extract: Enhances the flavor.; 120 ml (1/2 cup) Strong Brewed Coffee, Cooled: Amplifies mocha flavor.; 50 g (1/4 cup) Dark Chocolate, Melted: Adds intense chocolate flavor.; 100 ml (3.4 fl oz) Heavy Cream: Used in mousse and glaze for richness.; 100 ml (3.4 fl oz) Heavy Cream, Chilled: Whipped for a light and airy mousse.; 100 g (3.5 oz) Dark Chocolate, Chopped: The star of the mousse.; 2 tbsp (30 ml) Strong Brewed Coffee: Infuses mousse with mocha flavor.; 1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) Ground Cardamom: Adds a warm, aromatic spice.; 2 tbsp (30 g) Powdered Sugar: Sweetens whipped cream.; 1 tsp (5 ml) Agar-Agar Powder: A plant-based gelatin substitute.; 2 tbsp (30 ml) Water: Dissolves agar-agar.; 50 g (1/4 cup) Dark Chocolate, Melted (for glaze): Creates a glossy finish.; 1 tbsp (15 ml) Coffee (for glaze): Enhances glaze flavor.; 2 tbsp (15 g) Toasted Sliced Almonds: Adds crunch and nutty flavor.; Pinch of Ground Cardamom for Dusting: Adds aroma and visual appeal.

Description

Indulge in a rich mocha mousse cake featuring layers of dark chocolate cake, airy mocha mousse, and a fragrant cardamom-infused coffee swirl. This sophisticated dessert is perfect for special occasions or a luxurious treat.

Ingredients

Scale

200 g (7 oz) All-Purpose Flour: Provides structure and a tender crumb.
30 g (1 oz) Unsweetened Cocoa Powder: Delivers intense chocolate flavor.
150 g (3/4 cup) Granulated Sugar: Adds sweetness and a fluffy texture.
1 tsp (5 ml) Baking Powder: Helps the cake rise.
1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) Baking Soda: Works with baking powder for a perfect rise.
1/4 tsp (1.25 ml) Salt: Enhances flavors.
2 Large Eggs: Provide structure and richness.
120 ml (1/2 cup) Whole Milk: Adds moisture.
120 ml (1/2 cup) Melted Unsalted Butter: Contributes to a moist and rich cake.
1 tsp (5 ml) Alcohol-Free Vanilla Extract: Enhances the flavor.
120 ml (1/2 cup) Strong Brewed Coffee, Cooled: Amplifies mocha flavor.
50 g (1/4 cup) Dark Chocolate, Melted: Adds intense chocolate flavor.
100 ml (3.4 fl oz) Heavy Cream: Used in mousse and glaze for richness.
100 ml (3.4 fl oz) Heavy Cream, Chilled: Whipped for a light and airy mousse.
100 g (3.5 oz) Dark Chocolate, Chopped: The star of the mousse.
2 tbsp (30 ml) Strong Brewed Coffee: Infuses mousse with mocha flavor.
1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) Ground Cardamom: Adds a warm, aromatic spice.
2 tbsp (30 g) Powdered Sugar: Sweetens whipped cream.
1 tsp (5 ml) Agar-Agar Powder: A plant-based gelatin substitute.
2 tbsp (30 ml) Water: Dissolves agar-agar.
50 g (1/4 cup) Dark Chocolate, Melted (for glaze): Creates a glossy finish.
1 tbsp (15 ml) Coffee (for glaze): Enhances glaze flavor.
2 tbsp (15 g) Toasted Sliced Almonds: Adds crunch and nutty flavor.
Pinch of Ground Cardamom for Dusting: Adds aroma and visual appeal.

Instructions

Prepare Cake Layers: Level cooled cakes for stability.
First Mousse Layer: Spread mousse, swirl with cardamom coffee.
Second Layer & Repeat: Add second layer, repeat mousse swirl.
Glaze Application: Melt chocolate and coffee for a glossy glaze.
Drizzling the Glaze: Drizzle glaze over the cake.
Garnish & Chill: Sprinkle with almonds and cardamom, then chill.

Notes

For best results, use high-quality cocoa powder and strong brewed coffee. Chilling the cake thoroughly is crucial for the mousse to set properly.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: International

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 450 kcal
Sugar: 30 g
Sodium: 150 mg
Fat: 25 g
Saturated Fat: 15 g
Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 40 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 5 g
Cholesterol: 75 mg

Keywords: mocha,mousse,cake,chocolate,cardamom,coffee,dessert,baking