Description
This Chocolate Raspberry Mousse Cake is a decadent dessert that combines a rich, dense chocolate brownie base with a light, airy raspberry mousse. The result is a harmonious blend of sweet and tangy flavors, perfect for special occasions or as a luxurious treat.
Ingredients
For the Brownie Base:
- 1 cup (200g) sugar
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup (60g) all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
For the Raspberry Mousse:
- 1 cup (250ml) heavy cream
- ½ cup (120g) raspberry puree
- ¼ cup (50g) sugar
- 1 teaspoon gelatin powder
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
1. Prepare the Brownie Base:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9-inch (23cm) round cake pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine sugar and melted butter. Add the eggs and mix until well combined.
- Sift in flour and cocoa powder, stirring until the batter is smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the brownie to cool completely in the pan.
2. Prepare the Raspberry Mousse:
- In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over water and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
- In a saucepan, heat the raspberry puree and sugar over low heat until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and stir in the bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved.
- Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the cooled raspberry mixture into the whipped cream until well combined.
3. Assemble the Cake:
- Once the brownie base has cooled, remove it from the cake pan and place it on a serving platter.
- Spread the raspberry mousse evenly over the brownie base.
- Refrigerate the assembled cake for at least 4 hours, or until the mousse is fully set.
Notes
- Berry Blend: Substitute raspberries with strawberries or blueberries for a different flavor profile.
- Chocolate Layers: Add a layer of chocolate ganache between the brownie and mousse for extra richness.
- Nutty Crunch: Incorporate chopped nuts (almonds or hazelnuts) into the brownie batter for added texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking, Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired