CHOCOLATE MOUSSE TORTE

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You've gotta try this fudgy brownie with creamy mousse all wrapped up into one deliciously decadent dessert.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 5h10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pouch (10.25 oz) Betty Crocker™ fudge brownie mix
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup water
1 egg
2 bags (11.5 oz each) semisweet chocolate chunks (3 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup toffee bits
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 pint (2 cups) whipping cream
Additional powdered sugar, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom only of 9-inch springform pan with shortening or cooking spray. In medium bowl, stir brownie mix, oil, water and egg until smooth. Stir in 1 bag of the chocolate chunks. Pour batter into pan; spread evenly. Sprinkle pecans and toffee bits over batter; press in lightly.
  • Bake 27 to 32 minutes or until center is set. Cool completely on wire rack, about 1 hour 30 minutes. Run sharp knife around side of pan to loosen brownie layer.
  • In small microwavable bowl, microwave 1 cup of the remaining chocolate chunks uncovered on High 1 minute; stir until smooth. In medium bowl, beat cream cheese, 1/2 cup powdered sugar and the vanilla with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Beat melted chocolate into cream cheese mixture.
  • Reserve 1/4 cup of the whipping cream. In chilled large bowl, beat remaining whipping cream on high speed until stiff peaks form. Fold chocolate-cream cheese mixture into whipped cream until no white streaks remain. Spoon mousse over brownie layer, smoothing top. Refrigerate about 2 hours or until mousse is set.
  • In small microwavable bowl, microwave remaining 1/2 cup chocolate chunks uncovered on High 1 minute; stir until smooth. Stir in reserved 1/4 cup whipping cream until smooth. Run thin, flexible spatula around side of pan to loosen torte; remove side of pan. Spoon warm chocolate mixture over top of mousse, allowing some to drizzle down sides. Smooth top of torte with thin, flexible spatula. Refrigerate 30 minutes or until serving.
  • Just before serving, gently place 4-inch snowflake stencil on torte. Using fine wire-mesh strainer, sift additional powdered sugar over stencil. Carefully lift stencil from torte; repeat for additional snowflakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520, Carbohydrate 49 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 7, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 135 mg, Sugar 39 g, TransFat 1/2 g

Hector Gonzalez
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This chocolate mousse torte is the perfect dessert for any chocolate lover. It's rich, decadent, and absolutely delicious.


jana qeshta
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This torte is a work of art! It's almost too pretty to eat.


Lee Lee Yearwood
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I've never made a chocolate mousse torte before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Tlhalefang Phatsimo
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This torte is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth every penny. It's a truly special dessert.


Meraj Ul Islam
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I'm not a huge fan of chocolate, but I really enjoyed this torte. It's not too sweet and the mousse is very light and airy.


erol dobruna
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This torte is perfect for chocolate lovers. It's rich, decadent, and absolutely delicious.


sayim 9852
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I love that this recipe includes a ganache topping. It really takes the torte to the next level.


Subrata Gaming
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This torte is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The results are simply stunning.


Shaun Swistek
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making this torte again and again.


Muhmad imtiaz
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I've made this torte several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert to impress your guests.


SIMONE WOODS
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This torte is so decadent and delicious. It's definitely not for the faint of heart. But if you're a chocolate lover, you'll be in heaven.


valentine chebet
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I love how this recipe uses both dark and milk chocolate. It gives the torte a complex flavor that is both rich and sweet. I also appreciate that the recipe includes instructions for making the torte ahead of time. It makes it a great option for busy


Haji786 Sheikh786
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This torte is a showstopper! It's perfect for special occasions. I made it for my husband's birthday and he loved it. The mousse is so smooth and creamy, and the chocolate crust is the perfect complement.


Lesedi serarile
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I'm not much of a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were spectacular. The torte was light and fluffy, with a rich chocolate flavor. It was a hit at my dinner party.


Jillian Damast
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This chocolate mousse torte is a true delight! The combination of the rich, velvety mousse and the delicate chocolate crust is simply divine. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. My family and friends raved about it.