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Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake Recipe


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  • Author: khaoula belabess
  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: 8-10 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A decadent cake featuring layers of rich dark chocolate, smooth milk chocolate, and light white chocolate mousse, topped with a glossy chocolate glaze and garnished with fresh mint and chocolate chunks.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 layer chocolate sponge cake (store-bought or homemade)
  • 8 oz dark chocolate, melted
  • 8 oz milk chocolate, melted
  • 8 oz white chocolate, melted
  • 3 cups heavy whipping cream, divided
  • 1/2 cup sugar, divided
  • 3 tsp gelatin, divided
  • 1/2 cup water (for dissolving gelatin)

Instructions

  • Prepare the Chocolate Layers:
    • Dissolve 1 tsp gelatin in 2 tbsp water. Whip 1 cup heavy cream with 2 tbsp sugar until soft peaks form. Fold in the melted dark chocolate and dissolved gelatin. Spread over the sponge cake and refrigerate.
    • Repeat with milk chocolate using 1 tsp gelatin and 2 tbsp water, then spread on top of the dark chocolate mousse and refrigerate.
    • Repeat with white chocolate, spreading it over the milk chocolate mousse and refrigerate again.
  • Make the Chocolate Glaze:
    • Heat 1/2 cup cream and pour it over 8 oz dark chocolate, stirring until smooth. Allow to cool slightly, then pour over the chilled cake and smooth it out.
  • Garnish:
    • Decorate with fresh mint leaves and chocolate chunks.
  • Chill and Serve:
    • Allow the cake to set in the fridge for at least 2–3 hours before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • The cake can be made a day ahead.
  • Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: None
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: international

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 480 kcal
  • Sugar: 32 g
  • Sodium: 50 mg
  • Fat: 35 g
  • Saturated Fat: 21g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 41g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Cholesterol: 90 mg