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Red Berry Chocolate Mousse Cake

Red Berry Chocolate Mousse Cake Recipe

Pinklady
Chocolate mousse has roots in French cuisine, dating back to the 18th century, when it was known as "chocolate mayonnaise" for its creamy texture. Mirror glaze, on the other hand, gained popularity in the late 20th century thanks to innovative pastry chefs who sought to create eye-catching cakes.
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Cook Time 1 hour
Course Dessert
Cuisine French
Servings 10 Slices
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric hand mixer or stand mixer
  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Saucepan
  • Heatproof spatula
  • Fine sieve
  • Silicone spatula
  • Offset spatula
  • Wire rack
  • Blender or food processor

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base:

  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (25g) cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Chocolate Mousse:

  • 200g semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream (cold)
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

For the Red Berry Layer:

  • 1 cup (150g) mixed red berries (strawberries, raspberries, and cherries)
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon water

For the Mirror Glaze:

  • 1/2 cup (100g) sugar
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) water
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) condensed milk
  • 100g white chocolate, chopped
  • 5g powdered gelatin + 3 tablespoons water (to bloom)
  • Red food coloring

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Cake Base
    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.Add the milk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20–25 minutes.Let the cake cool completely, then trim the top if needed to create an even surface.
  • Make the Chocolate Mousse
    Melt the chopped chocolate in a microwave or double boiler. Allow it to cool slightly.In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar to soft peaks.Gently fold the melted chocolate into the whipped cream until smooth and fluffy.
  • Prepare the Red Berry Layer
    In a small saucepan, combine the red berries, sugar, and water. Cook over medium heat until softened.Blend the mixture until smooth, then return it to the saucepan.Dissolve the cornstarch in 1 tablespoon of water and add it to the berry puree. Cook until thickened.Let the mixture cool completely.
  • Assemble the Cake
    Place the cooled cake base on a plate or cake board.Spread the red berry layer evenly over the cake.Spoon the chocolate mousse over the berries, smoothing it with an offset spatula.Chill the assembled cake in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours.
  • Prepare the Mirror Glaze
    Bloom the gelatin by sprinkling it over 3 tablespoons of water and letting it sit for 5 minutes.In a saucepan, heat the sugar, water, and condensed milk until just simmering.Remove from heat and stir in the bloomed gelatin until dissolved.Pour the hot mixture over the chopped white chocolate. Let it sit for 2 minutes, then blend until smooth.Add red food coloring and let the glaze cool to 90°F (32°C).
  • Apply the Mirror Glaze
    Place the chilled cake on a wire rack over a baking sheet.Slowly pour the mirror glaze over the cake, letting it drip evenly down the sides.Use an offset spatula to smooth out any imperfections.Let the glaze set for 10 minutes, then transfer the cake to a serving plate.

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