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Dark Chocolate Raspberry Mousse Cake

Decadent Dark Chocolate Raspberry Mousse Cake That Delights

This Dark Chocolate Raspberry Mousse Cake delights with a rich chocolate flavor and tart raspberries, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1.75 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure to the cake.
  • 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder Adds rich chocolate flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Helps the cake rise.
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda Works with baking powder for leavening.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter Softened for easy mixing.
  • 1 cups granulated sugar Sweetens the cake.
  • 3 large eggs Provides moisture and structure.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds flavor.
  • 0.5 cups buttermilk Adds moisture and richness.
  • 1 cups fresh raspberries Adds tartness and visual appeal.
For the Mousse
  • 0.25 cups granulated sugar (for mousse) Sweetens the mousse.
  • 1 cups heavy cream Creates a whipped texture in mousse.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for mousse) Infuses flavor.
  • 4 ounces dark chocolate Melted for richness.
For the Ganache
  • 4 ounces dark chocolate (for ganache) Chopped for a smooth, rich topping.
  • 0.5 cups heavy cream (for ganache) Needed for decadent ganache.

Equipment

  • 8-inch round cake pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • blender or food processor
  • serrated knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare an 8-inch round cake pan by greasing and dusting it with flour.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add in eggs one at a time, vanilla, dry ingredients, and buttermilk until just combined.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  5. Puree the raspberries with sugar, strain, then whip heavy cream with vanilla until soft peaks form. Fold in melted chocolate and raspberry puree. Refrigerate to set.
  6. Once cooled, slice the cake in half horizontally. Spread mousse on the first layer, add the second layer, and cover the entire cake with remaining mousse. Chill for at least 1 hour.
  7. For ganache, heat heavy cream until steaming, pour over chopped chocolate, let sit, and stir until smooth. Drizzle over the chilled cake before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best mixing consistency. Mix batter until just combined to avoid toughness. Refrigerate after assembling for proper mousse setting.

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