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Chocolate Strawberry Mousse Cake Slice Recipe

Chocolate Strawberry Mousse Cake Slice Recipe
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This decadent Chocolate Strawberry Mousse Cake Slice features layers of moist chocolate sponge cake, rich chocolate mousse, and light strawberry mousse. Topped with fresh strawberries, whipped cream, and chocolate shavings, it’s a perfect elegant dessert for special occasions or a delightful treat anytime.

Ingredients

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For the Chocolate Sponge Cake:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup buttermilk, room temperature
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup hot water or brewed coffee

For the Strawberry Mousse:

  • 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, puréed
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons powdered gelatin
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • 1 tablespoon powdered sugar

For the Chocolate Mousse:

  • 6 oz (170 g) semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For Decoration:

  • Fresh strawberries, halved
  • Chocolate curls or shavings
  • Whipped cream (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chocolate Sponge Cake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch round or square cake pan with parchment paper. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined. In another bowl, beat the eggs with buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth. Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, then gradually add the hot water or brewed coffee, mixing gently until the batter is smooth. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and allow it to cool completely before slicing for layering.
  2. Make the Strawberry Mousse: In a small saucepan, combine the puréed strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Warm gently over low heat without boiling until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is warm. In a separate small bowl, sprinkle the powdered gelatin over cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes. Stir the bloomed gelatin into the warm strawberry mixture until fully dissolved, then allow it to cool to room temperature. Meanwhile, whip the chilled heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cooled strawberry mixture until thoroughly combined. Chill the mousse in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to let it thicken slightly.
  3. Prepare the Chocolate Mousse: Melt the chopped semi-sweet chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl set over simmering water (double boiler method). Remove from heat and let cool slightly. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks with sugar until pale and creamy, then add this mixture into the melted chocolate and butter, stirring until smooth. In another bowl, whip the heavy cream with vanilla extract to soft peaks. Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until the mousse is light and airy. Keep chilled until ready to assemble.
  4. Assemble the Cake Slices: Place one layer of the cooled chocolate sponge cake at the bottom of a rectangular serving dish or mold. Spread an even layer of chocolate mousse over the sponge, followed by a layer of strawberry mousse. Refrigerate the assembled layers for at least 4 to 6 hours or overnight to allow the mousses to set firmly and become sliceable.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Once set, carefully slice the mousse cake into neat squares or wedges. Decorate each slice with a swirl of whipped cream, a halved fresh strawberry, and a sprinkle of chocolate curls or shavings for an elegant finish. Serve chilled and enjoy this luxurious dessert.

Notes

  • Using brewed coffee instead of hot water enhances the chocolate flavor in the sponge cake.
  • Ensure the gelatin is fully dissolved in the strawberry mixture to avoid lumps in the mousse.
  • Whip cream to soft peaks for a light and airy mousse texture; avoid over-whipping.
  • Chill the assembled cake adequately before slicing to maintain clean layers.
  • This cake is best served within 2 days for optimal freshness.

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