Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350ºF (180ºC) and prepare a 9-inch springform pan by greasing it lightly or lining the bottom with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, Dutch cocoa powder, fine espresso powder, baking powder, baking soda, and fine sea salt.
- In another bowl, combine granulated sugar, neutral oil, sour cream, egg, and pure vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
- Gently fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients and then carefully add boiling water, mixing until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 24-28 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Once baked, let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the mousse, whisk together heavy cream, egg, egg yolk, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, espresso, and salt in a saucepan over medium-low heat until it reaches 170ºF (76ºC).
- Remove from heat, stir in dark chocolate and vanilla until melted and smooth, then chill in the refrigerator until thickened.
- Whip cold heavy cream in a separate bowl until firm peaks form and fold into the cooled chocolate mixture.
- Place the cooled cake back in the springform pan, pour the mousse on top, and chill for at least 8 hours.
- For the ganache, heat heavy cream until bubbling, pour over chopped dark chocolate, stir until smooth.
- After the mousse has set, pour ganache over the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides before slicing.
Nutrition
Notes
Serve with fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream for an elevated treat. Quality chocolate is key for best flavor.
