Description
A rich and decadent dessert perfect for chocolate lovers, featuring the richness of dark chocolate combined with the lightness of mousse.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dark chocolate (chopped)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- Chocolate shavings (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
- Melt the dark chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
- Fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture until combined, then pour into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Beat the heavy cream until stiff peaks form and gently fold it into the cooled cake mixture. Sift cocoa powder over the top and garnish with chocolate shavings. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
Use high-quality dark chocolate for the best flavor. Allow the cake to chill properly for flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 130mg