Ruby Chocolate Mousse Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C. Grease a 23cm round cake pan and line the base with parchment paper.

   Tip: Use a cake release spray for a non-stick surface.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

3. 3

   In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add the sugar and continue beating until light and fluffy.

4. 4

   Beat in the eggs one at a time, allowing each egg to fully incorporate before adding the next.

5. 5

   With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the flour mixture and milk. Beat until just combined.

6. 6

   Melt the ruby chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave in 10-second increments, stirring between each interval.

7. 7

   Fold the melted chocolate into the cake batter until fully incorporated.

8. 8

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

9. 9

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

10. 10

    Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

11. 11

    Once the cake is cool, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Fold the whipped cream into the cake until fully incorporated.

12. 12

    Top the cake with ruby chocolate shavings and serve.