Salted Caramel Mousse Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line an 8-inch (20cm) round cake pan with parchment paper.

   Tip: Use a digital thermometer for accurate temperature reading.

2. 2

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

   Tip: Make sure to sift the dry ingredients for even mixing.

3. 3

   In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Add eggs one by one, beating well after each addition.

   Tip: Beat the eggs until well combined and creamy.

4. 4

   Add vanilla extract and mix until combined.

   Tip: Measure the vanilla extract accurately for the best flavor.

5. 5

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients.

   Tip: Do not overmix the batter.

6. 6

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

   Tip: Make sure the cocoa powder is fully melted and smooth.

7. 7

   Fold the melted cocoa powder into the cake batter until well combined.

   Tip: Do not overmix the batter.

8. 8

   Pour the cake batter into the prepared cake pan.

   Tip: Smooth the top of the batter for an even bake.

9. 9

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

   Tip: Do not overbake the cake.

10. 10

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

    Tip: Let the cake cool completely before assembling the mousse.