Description
Nigella’s Chocolate Mousse Cake is a sumptuous dessert that captivates the senses with its rich chocolate flavor and velvety texture. This elegant cake is simple to prepare, requiring only a handful of quality ingredients. Perfect for any occasion, it can be served chilled and garnished with fresh berries or whipped cream for an unforgettable treat that will leave your guests in awe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 7 oz (200g) high-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a round cake pan.
- Melt the dark chocolate and unsalted butter together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water. Allow to cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy. Gently mix in the melted chocolate-butter combination.
- Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, then fold into the chocolate mixture.
- Pour into the prepared pan and smooth out the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes until just set but still slightly jiggly in the center. Cool completely before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 120mg