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Gluten-Free Chocolate Mousse Cake

Gluten-Free Chocolate Mousse Cake
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Indulge in the rich and velvety Gluten-Free Chocolate Mousse Cake, a dessert that promises to impress every chocolate lover. This cake features a decadent brownie-like base layered with a creamy chocolate mousse made from high-quality chocolate and cream cheese. Perfect for celebrations or intimate gatherings, this delightful treat is gluten-free, allowing everyone to enjoy its luscious flavors worry-free. With its inviting texture and mouthwatering taste, this cake is destined to be the star of any dessert table.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces bittersweet or semisweet chocolate
  • 1 cup butter (2 sticks)
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 5 eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup gluten-free baking flour
  • 2 packages cream cheese (8 oz each)
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 1/3 cups powdered sugar
  • 3/4 cup cold heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • Grated chocolate for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F. Grease a 10-inch springform pan.
  2. Melt butter and chocolate together in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring until smooth.
  3. Whisk in sugar, vanilla, and salt; then add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
  4. Fold in gluten-free flour until combined and pour into the prepared pan.
  5. Bake for 30-35 minutes until set; cool completely on a wire rack.
  6. For the mousse, melt chocolate; mix with powdered sugar, cream cheese, and vanilla until smooth.
  7. Gradually add cold heavy cream while mixing; whip until fluffy.
  8. Spread mousse over cooled cake and refrigerate for at least 6 hours to set.
  9. In a stand mixer fitted with whisk attachment (or using hand mixer), combine whipped cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla on medium-high speed. Whip until stiff peaks form.
  10. Spread whipped cream over mousse layer and garnish with grated chocolate if desired.

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