Heavenly Raspberry Chocolate Mousse Cake
A decadent dessert featuring a rich chocolate mousse and tangy raspberries, perfect for any special occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 240 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups fresh raspberries
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz dark chocolate, chopped
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup chocolate ganache (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix together chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter until well combined. Press into a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for about 10 minutes, then let it cool.
- Combine raspberries and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook until raspberries break down, about 5 minutes. Strain to remove seeds and cool.
- Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over low heat. Let it cool slightly.
- Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Beat eggs and powdered sugar until thickened. Fold in melted chocolate and then the whipped cream until well combined.
- Layer the raspberry filling over the cooled crust, followed by the chocolate mousse. Chill for at least 4 hours.
- Top with chocolate ganache and more raspberries before serving.
Notes
The cake may need extra chilling time depending on your fridge. Using fresh raspberries enhances the flavor significantly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 160mg