Death by Chocolate

Indulge in the ultimate chocolate lover's fantasy with this decadent "Death by Chocolate" cake! This recipe layers rich, moist chocolate cake with silky dark chocolate mousse and a luscious semi-sweet chocolate ganache, all crowned with delicate curls of dark chocolate for an elegant finish. Perfectly balanced yet unapologetically indulgent, each bite melts in your mouth, delivering a symphony of chocolate flavors and textures. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply craving an over-the-top dessert, this show-stopping recipe is guaranteed to impress. Plus, with straightforward steps like the classic double boiler method for the mousse and a glossy ganache drizzle, you'll feel like a pro baker in no time. Serve it chilled for a stunning presentation and the ultimate chocolate experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 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
• 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 6 ounces dark chocolate (for mousse)
• 1.5 cups heavy cream (for mousse)
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1 bar dark chocolate bar (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk to combine.

Step 3

Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.

Step 4

Reduce the speed to low and carefully add the boiling water. Mix until the batter is smooth (it will be thin).

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 6

Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 7

To make the ganache, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer (do not boil). Remove from heat and pour over the chocolate chips in a heat-proof bowl. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then whisk until smooth. Let cool to room temperature.

Step 8

For the mousse, melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method), stirring until smooth. Cool slightly.

Step 9

In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until medium peaks form. Gently fold the melted chocolate into the whipped cream until incorporated.

Step 10

Assemble the cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of mousse on top. Add the second cake layer and pour the ganache over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides.

Step 11

Using a vegetable peeler, shave curls off the dark chocolate bar. Garnish the cake with the chocolate shavings.

Step 12

Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to set the layers.

Step 13

Slice and serve chilled for the ultimate chocolate experience!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2516.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8049.4

Total Fat 481.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 243.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.5g
Cholesterol 1042.3mg	0%
Sodium 5409.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 957.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 99.2g	0%
Total Sugars 651.3g
Protein 107.8g	0%

Vitamin D 189.4IU	0%
Calcium 945.7mg	0%
Iron 66.5mg	0%
Potassium 4846.5mg	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: 50.4%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 44.5%