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Dark Chocolate Raspberry Mousse Cake

Decadent Dark Chocolate Raspberry Mousse Cake to Impress

Indulge in the rich flavors of Dark Chocolate Raspberry Mousse Cake, a dessert perfect for impressing guests.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder Use high-quality cocoa for best results
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Softened for easy mixing
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Coconut sugar can be a less refined option
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Can substitute with milk and a splash of vinegar or lemon juice
For the Mousse and Ganache
  • 2 cups Fresh raspberries Use extra for garnish
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Chilled for best results
  • 8 ounces Dark chocolate Melted and cooled for mousse; opt for at least 60% cocoa
  • 1/4 cup Granulated sugar

Equipment

  • 8-inch round cake pan
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • whisk
  • saucepan
  • wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, and mix well. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with buttermilk, until just combined.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Mousse and Ganache
  1. Puree raspberries with sugar, then strain the mixture for a smooth puree. Whip cream until soft peaks form.
  2. Fold in melted dark chocolate and raspberry puree. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Slice the cooled cake horizontally and layer with raspberry mousse. Chill for 1 hour.
  4. Heat heavy cream until it boils, then pour over chopped chocolate for ganache. Stir until smooth.
  5. Drizzle ganache over the chilled cake before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure the butter is softened but not melted for fluffy texture. Chill mousse for best layers.

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