BLACK TIE MOUSSE CAKE

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Categories     Cake     Chocolate     Dessert

Yield 1 Cake

Number Of Ingredients 13

See preparation instructions.
Bottom Layer: Dark Chocolate Cake
Ordinary cake mix
Bake according to directions on box, using round pans and cool. Once cooled, (cut cake into layers if you choose and use one layer) make a collar using wax paper. Make the collar at least four inches taller than cake.
Second Layer: Dark Chocolate Cream Cheese Mousse
1t. Knox unflavored gelatin
1T. Cold water
2T. Boiling water
4oz. Semi sweet chocolate, chopped (use chocolate chips)
4oz. Cream cheese, cubed
¾ c. Heavy cream
½ t. Granulated sugar
Melt chocolate and cream cheese together. Let cool. Soften gelatin with cold water for 1 minute, then add boiling water, stir until dissolved and clear. Let this cool while you start whipping the heavy cream and sugar. As cream starts to thicken, add gelatin. Continue to whip until stiff peaks form. Add ¼ of the cream to the chocolate mixture and mix thoroughly. Then fold this into the remaining cream. Once you have completed spread onto cake and refrigerate.

Steps:

  • Third Layer: Italian Custard Mousse 3 Egg yolks ¼ c. Sugar 3T. Flour, sifted 1t. Knox unflavored gelatin 1 ¾ c. Heavy cream 1t. Vanilla extract Beat egg yolks until pale. Add sugar, flour and gelatin, then beat until mixed. Bring cream and vanilla extract to a boil. Add a small amount of cream to egg mixture while stirring. Gradually add until all of the cream has been added and then pour entire mixture through a strainer into the pan. Continue to cook until custard begins to thicken. Cool slightly pour on top of chocolate mousse and freeze while getting the icing ready. Forth Layer: Dark Chocolate Ganache 1 ½ c. Heavy cream 2T. Butter 18oz. Semi sweet chocolate, chopped Bring butter and cream to a boil, pour over chocolate and let sit for 5 minutes. Stir until smooth. Let cool (slightly warmer than room temp) until it starts to thicken. Remove cake from freezer and remove the collar. Pour some of the ganache (what you feel comfortable working with) and using a spatula spread it evenly across the top and sides of cake. While this is still wet put chocolate chips onto the side of the cake. And refrigerate. Continue to let the remaining ganache cool and firm up, place into a cake decorating bag with star tip and place a boarder on the cake if you like.

Sono Khan
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5 stars all the way!


Shipon Hasan
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This cake is a winner!


Alexander Berglund
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and elegant chocolate mousse cake.


Barry Mote
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Overall, I really enjoyed this cake. It was easy to make and it turned out beautifully.


Ranzeet Thakuri
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This cake is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to impress your guests.


Alin Gurung
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I would recommend this recipe to anyone who loves chocolate mousse cake. It's a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort.


Sudayee MK
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This cake is definitely not for the faint of heart. It's very rich and decadent, but it's also very delicious.


Imran Bhati
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I had a bit of trouble getting the cake out of the pan, but other than that, it was easy to make.


gulnaz tariq
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The mousse was a bit too soft for my liking, but the overall flavor of the cake was good.


babalola lateefat
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This cake was a bit too rich for my taste, but it was still very good.


A Needlecord
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I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and elegant chocolate mousse cake.


Bashir Olie
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This cake is definitely a crowd-pleaser. I've served it at several parties and it's always a hit.


Dildar Parweez
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The cookie crumb crust is a great way to add a little crunch to this cake.


Joey Davis (SYYNC IS JINXED)
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The chocolate ganache is the perfect finishing touch to this cake. It's rich and decadent, but not too sweet.


Paige Playford
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The mousse is so light and fluffy, it just melts in your mouth.


Kiggwe Noah
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This cake is so rich and decadent, it's perfect for a special occasion.


Katie Esparza
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I've made this cake several times now and it always turns out great. It's my go-to recipe for chocolate mousse cake.


Akajiofor Adanna
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The instructions were easy to follow and the cake turned out perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and elegant dessert.


bakar bro
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I made this cake for a special occasion and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


banik subroto
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This cake was an absolute delight! The mousse was light and fluffy, the chocolate ganache was rich and decadent, and the cookie crumb crust was the perfect finishing touch.