Description

Mint Chocolate Mousse Cake — a luxurious yet fresh dessert with a rich chocolate base, a light mint-infused mousse, and a crown of whipped cream. An elegant showstopper for any occasion and a perfect make-ahead holiday treat for chocolate lovers.

Ingredients

Produce

• Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)

Refrigerated

• 3 large eggs

Baking & Spices

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

• 1/2 tsp baking powder

• 2 tbsp chocolate shavings

• 2 tbsp cocoa powder

• 200 g dark chocolate

• 1 packet unflavored gelatin OR 1 tsp agar-agar (unflavored)

• 1 tsp mint extract

• 1 pinch salt

• 1/2 cup sugar

Dairy

• 2 tbsp unsalted butter

• 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line/grease a springform pan (recommended) or round cake pan.

2. Whisk eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy.

3. Fold in flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Fold in melted butter.

4. Pour batter into pan and bake until just set, then cool completely.

5. Melt the dark chocolate gently and let it cool slightly.

6. Bloom gelatin in cold water and dissolve (or prepare agar-agar per package instructions).

7. Whip heavy cream to soft peaks.

8. Stir dissolved gelatin/agar into melted chocolate, then mix in mint extract.

9. Gently fold whipped cream into the chocolate mixture to create a light mousse.

10. Spread mousse over the cooled chocolate base and smooth the top.

11. Chill at least 4 hours; chill overnight for the cleanest slices.

12. Top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and fresh mint leaves. Serve chilled.

Notes

Chill overnight for the cleanest slices.

Make it in a springform pan for easy release.

Add a thin chocolate ganache layer for extra richness.

Serving Ideas & Storage:

Best served chilled. Pair with fresh berries or a glass of cold milk.

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

This cake does not freeze well due to the mousse texture.

Prep Time: 25
Cook Time: 18
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking + Chilling
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 380
Sodium: 120
Fat: 26
Carbohydrates: 34
Fiber: 4
Protein: 6