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Strawberry White Chocolate Mousse Cake

A delightful cake featuring layers of airy white chocolate mousse and fresh strawberries, perfect for any special occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • cup milk
For the Mousse
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream (chilled)
  • 8 oz white chocolate, chopped
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, pureed
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon gelatin

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch round cake pan by greasing and flouring it.
  2. In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs and vanilla extract to the mixture, mixing well.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until combined.
Baking the Cake
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Making the Mousse
  1. In a small bowl, dissolve gelatin in a tablespoon of cold water and let it bloom.
  2. Melt the chopped white chocolate using a double boiler or microwave in short bursts, ensuring it remains smooth. Allow it to cool slightly.
  3. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
  4. Gently fold in the melted white chocolate and the pureed strawberries. Finally, fold in the bloomed gelatin until fully incorporated.
Assembling the Cake
  1. Once the cake is completely cool, slice it in half horizontally.
  2. Spread half of the mousse over the bottom layer, place the top layer back on, and cover with the remaining mousse.
  3. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
Serving
  1. After the mousse has set, slice the cake and serve it topped with fresh strawberry slices.

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Be gentle when folding in the whipped cream to maintain the airy texture. Allow enough time for the mousse to chill properly.