Tuxedo Cake – Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake: An Indulgent Delight
A delicious and rich layered chocolate mousse cake that will satisfy any chocolate lover’s cravings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate
- 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan.
- In a bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.
- Gradually incorporate the flour mixture into the wet ingredients.
- Melt the semi-sweet and bittersweet chocolate together, then fold into the batter.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Let the cake cool completely before assembling with mousse layers.
Notes
- For a richer chocolate taste, use high-quality chocolate.
- This cake can be made a day in advance for better flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Tuxedo Cake, Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake, Dessert, Chocolate Cake