Dark Chocolate Mousse Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C. Grease and flour a 20cm round cake pan.

   Tip: Optional: Dust the pan with cocoa powder for extra flavor.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and cocoa powder.

   Tip: Mix until just combined.

3. 3

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the butter and eggs.

   Tip: Use an electric mixer until light and fluffy.

4. 4

   Melt the dark chocolate and milk chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.

   Tip: Stir until smooth.

5. 5

   Whisk the melted chocolate into the butter and egg mixture.

   Tip: Mix until well combined.

6. 6

   Add the flour mixture to the chocolate mixture and whisk until just combined.

   Tip: Be careful not to overmix.

7. 7

   Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.

   Tip: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

8. 8

   Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan.

   Tip: This will help it set and make it easier to remove from the pan.

9. 9

   In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form.

   Tip: Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.

10. 10

    To assemble the cake, place the cooled cake on a serving plate.

    Tip: Top with the whipped cream and decorate with dark chocolate chips.

11. 11

    Refrigerate the cake for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

    Tip: Slice and serve.