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Vegan Chocolate Mousse Cake

Irresistibly Rich Vegan Chocolate Mousse Cake for Everyone

A magical Vegan Chocolate Mousse Cake that’s fluffy, guilt-free, and bursting with rich flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup gluten-free flour Recommended: King Arthur Measure for Measure
  • ½ cup cocoa powder Unsweetened
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 1 cup plant-based milk Almond, soy, or oat milk
  • cup vegetable oil Can substitute with applesauce
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Mousse
  • 1 cup vegan heavy cream Whipped
  • 1 cup vegan chocolate chips Dairy-free
For the Ganache
  • ½ cup vegan heavy cream Heated
  • 1 cup vegan chocolate chips Opt for dark chocolate

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • 9-inch Springform Pan
  • hand mixer
  • spatula
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine gluten-free flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and sugar. Whisk until well mixed. Add plant-based milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and homogeneous. Pour into a greased 9-inch springform pan and bake at 350°F for about 20 minutes.
  2. Once the cake is done baking, let it sit in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  3. Whip vegan heavy cream until soft peaks form. Fold in melted vegan chocolate chips until combined.
  4. Spread the prepared vegan chocolate mousse evenly over the top of the cooled cake. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours.
  5. Heat vegan heavy cream in a saucepan until simmering. Pour over vegan chocolate chips in a bowl, let sit, then stir until smooth. Pour ganache over the mousse layer.
  6. Chill the cake in the refrigerator for an additional 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 20gCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For the best results, ensure all mixing bowls and ingredients are cold. Allow enough chill time for layers to set well.

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