Mocha Mousse Dream Cake
If you’re looking for a delicious dessert that combines the rich flavors of coffee and chocolate, then look no further than the Mocha Mousse Dream Cake!
Ingredients
- For the Cake:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup strong brewed coffee
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- For the Mocha Mousse:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 4 oz dark chocolate melted
- 2 tbsp instant coffee granules
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a cake pan by greasing it.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the eggs, milk, brewed coffee, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Stir until well incorporated.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredient mixture. Stir until you have a smooth batter.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the greased pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare the Mocha Mousse: While the cake is baking, whip the heavy cream in a mixing bowl until stiff peaks form. In another bowl, fold the melted chocolate, instant coffee granules, and powdered sugar into the whipped cream until fully combined.
- Cool the Cake: Once the cake is baked, allow it to cool completely before spreading the mocha mousse over the top.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice up your masterpiece and serve with a sprinkle of cocoa or chocolate shavings as garnish, if desired.