Decadent Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake
A luxurious three-layer chocolate mousse cake with a graham cracker crust, perfect for impressing guests with its rich flavors and elegant presentation.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 240 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- Chocolate shavings for garnish
- Optional: Chocolate truffles for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press into a springform pan and refrigerate to set.
- Prepare the mousse layers: Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth, add vanilla, and fold in whipped heavy cream.
- Make the chocolate mousse: Divide mixture into three parts, mixing increasing amounts of cocoa into each layer and spread over crust.
- Chill the cake: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Garnish and serve: Top with chocolate shavings and optional truffles before serving.
Notes
Consider alternative crusts like crushed Oreos or almond flour for gluten-free options. Store in an airtight container for up to five days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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