Ingredients
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- 1 cup dark chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- Chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Melt the dark chocolate and butter together in a double boiler, stirring until smooth.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Stir in the melted chocolate mixture until smooth.
- Fold in the flour and salt until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Let the cake cool completely before removing it from the pan.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold in the salted caramel sauce and cocoa powder into the whipped cream.
- Once the cake is cooled, spread the mousse over the top and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings before serving.
Notes
Use high-quality dark chocolate for a richer flavor. Ensure the cake is completely cool before adding the mousse to prevent melting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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