Milk Chocolate Mousse Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 20cm round cake pan.

   Tip: Use parchment paper for easy cake removal

2. 2

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

   Tip: Make sure to sift the dry ingredients for an even texture

3. 3

   In a large bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, and vanilla extract.

   Tip: Whisk until the eggs are fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth

4. 4

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

   Tip: Stir until the chocolate is smooth and glossy

5. 5

   Add the melted chocolate to the wet ingredients and whisk until combined.

   Tip: Make sure the mixture is smooth and free of lumps

6. 6

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and whisk until just combined.

   Tip: Don't overmix the batter

7. 7

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

   Tip: Use a spatula to remove any air bubbles

8. 8

   Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

   Tip: Let the cake cool in the pan for 5 minutes before removing it

9. 9

   Once the cake is cool, whip the whipped cream and confectioner's sugar until stiff peaks form.

   Tip: Use a stand mixer or a hand mixer for this step

10. 10

    Slice the cake and top each slice with whipped cream and a sprinkle of confectioner's sugar.

    Tip: Garnish with chocolate shavings or chocolate chips, if desired