Description
The Heavenly Raspberry Chocolate Mousse Cake is a rich and indulgent dessert featuring layers of moist chocolate cake, tangy raspberry jelly, and silky chocolate mousse, all topped with a glossy chocolate ganache and fresh raspberries. Perfect for special occasions, this elegant cake delivers a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Chocolate Cake Layer
- 1 layer of chocolate cake (9-inch), baked and cooled
Raspberry Jelly Layer
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon gelatin, dissolved in 2 tablespoons water
Chocolate Mousse
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup dark chocolate, melted and cooled
Chocolate Ganache
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup dark chocolate, finely chopped
Garnish
- ½ cup fresh raspberries
Instructions
Prepare the Raspberry Jelly Layer
- In a saucepan over medium heat, cook the raspberries and sugar until the mixture becomes syrupy.
- Remove from heat and stir in the dissolved gelatin.
- Pour the mixture into a 9-inch round mold lined with plastic wrap. Refrigerate until set (about 2 hours).
Make the Chocolate Mousse
- Whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks in a mixing bowl.
- Gently fold in the melted and cooled dark chocolate until smooth.
Assemble the Cake
- Place the cooled chocolate cake layer on a serving platter.
- Carefully position the set raspberry jelly layer on top of the cake.
- Spread the chocolate mousse evenly over the raspberry layer. Smooth the top.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the mousse to firm up.
Prepare the Chocolate Ganache
- Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until it begins to simmer.
- Pour the hot cream over the chopped dark chocolate. Let sit for a few minutes, then stir until smooth.
Finish the Cake
- Pour the slightly cooled ganache over the chilled cake, letting it drip down the sides.
- Garnish with fresh raspberries.
- Refrigerate for another 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Fruit Variations – Substitute raspberries with strawberries or cherries.
- White Chocolate Mousse – Swap dark chocolate for white chocolate for a sweeter taste.
- Nutty Crunch – Add crushed hazelnuts or almonds between layers.
- Liqueur Infusion – Enhance the raspberry jelly with raspberry liqueur or add coffee liqueur to the mousse.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: French
