Chocolate Thunder

Dive into decadent indulgence with "Chocolate Thunder," a show-stopping chocolate lover’s dream cake that combines layers of moist cocoa-infused sponge with velvety fudge sauce and a cloud-like whipped mousse topping. This dessert masterpiece is a symphony of textures and flavors, featuring rich semi-sweet chocolate, a hint of dark chocolate shavings, and a perfectly balanced sweetness that will leave your guests in awe. Using simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and eggs, paired with a luxurious twist of heavy cream and boiling water for ultimate moistness, this chocolate delight is surprisingly easy to make. Perfect for celebrations or as an indulgent treat, "Chocolate Thunder" is best served slightly chilled to highlight its luscious layers. Make your next dessert truly unforgettable with this irresistible blend of deep chocolate flavors and creamy perfection.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1.5 cups heavy cream
• 0.5 cup powdered sugar
• 2 ounces dark chocolate (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 8-inch round cake pans; line the bottoms with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3

Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until the batter is smooth and well incorporated.

Step 4

Slowly stir in the cup of boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this ensures a moist cake once baked.

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 6

Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 7

While the cakes cool, prepare the fudge sauce: in a small saucepan, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips with 1/2 cup of heavy cream over low heat, stirring continuously until smooth. Let the sauce cool slightly.

Step 8

For the mousse topping, beat the remaining 1 cup of heavy cream with powdered sugar in a chilled bowl until stiff peaks form.

Step 9

Assemble the dessert: place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread half of the fudge sauce over it, and add a dollop of whipped mousse.

Step 10

Place the second cake layer on top, spread the remaining fudge sauce, and generously pipe or spread the mousse over the top and sides of the cake.

Step 11

Grate the dark chocolate over the dessert for garnish. Chill the assembled cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors meld together.

Step 12

Slice and serve cold or at room temperature. Enjoy the thunderous burst of chocolate flavors!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2026.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5956.6

Total Fat 333.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 148.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.5g
Cholesterol 761.3mg	0%
Sodium 5286.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 771.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 86.2g	0%
Total Sugars 489.1g
Protein 89.0g	0%

Vitamin D 189.4IU	0%
Calcium 625.0mg	0%
Iron 45.6mg	0%
Potassium 3713.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.6%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 47.9%