Chocolate Mocha Mousse Torte

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Health score
4%
Chocolate Mocha Mousse Torte
210 min.
12
518kcal

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Indulge in the rich and decadent world of desserts with our Chocolate Mocha Mousse Torte, a delightful treat that promises to impress your family and friends. This popular dessert combines the deep flavors of super dark chocolate with the bold kick of espresso, creating a harmonious blend that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for special occasions or simply to satisfy your sweet cravings, this torte is a showstopper that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

With a preparation time of just 210 minutes, this dessert serves 12 people, making it an ideal choice for gatherings and celebrations. The luscious layers of moist chocolate cake, complemented by a velvety mousse, create a delightful texture that melts in your mouth. Topped with toasted slivered almonds, this torte not only looks stunning but also adds a delightful crunch to each bite.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is designed to guide you through each step with ease. The combination of simple ingredients and straightforward instructions ensures that you can create a masterpiece that will be the highlight of any dessert table. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress with this Chocolate Mocha Mousse Torte that is sure to become a beloved favorite in your dessert repertoire!

Ingredients

  • box chocolate cake mix dark
  • cup water 
  • 0.5 cup cream sour
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 
  •  eggs 
  • 0.8 cup slivered almonds toasted finely
  • oz baker's chocolate chopped
  • cups whipping cream 
  • tablespoons espresso powder instant
  • 0.7 cup sugar 
  • 0.5 cup almonds toasted sliced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan.) Spray two 9-inch cake pans with baking spray with flour.
  2. In large bowl, beat cake mix, water, sour cream, oil and eggs with electric mixer on low speed until moistened, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Stir in 3/4 cup ground almonds.
  3. Pour into pans.
  4. Bake 33 to 41 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes.
  5. Remove from pan to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour. Refrigerate layers 45 minutes before slicing.
  6. Meanwhile, place chocolate in medium bowl. In 2-quart saucepan, heat whipping cream just to boiling.
  7. Pour hot cream over chocolate; let stand until mixture is melted and smooth when stirred. Using whisk, beat in espresso powder and sugar. Refrigerate chocolate mixture 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until cold. Beat cold chocolate mixture with electric mixer on high speed until soft peaks form, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  8. Cut each cake layer horizontally into 2 layers. (To cut, mark side of cake with toothpicks and cut with long, thin knife.) On serving plate, place 1 bottom cake layer, cut side up, frost top with about one-fourth of the mousse. Repeat with second and third layers. Top with remaining cake layer and mousse.
  9. Sprinkle sliced almonds around top edge of cake. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes or until firm enough to easily cut before serving. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories518kcal
Protein6.12%
Fat61.44%
Carbs32.44%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.51
Glycemic Load
7.85
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
13.536086802897%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.26mg
Catechin
6.21mg
Epigallocatechin
0.27mg
Epicatechin
13.47mg
Eriodictyol
0.03mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Isorhamnetin
0.28mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:518.14kcal
25.91%
Fat:37.65g
57.92%
Saturated Fat:15.76g
98.53%
Carbohydrates:44.73g
14.91%
Net Carbohydrates:40.97g
14.9%
Sugar:26.95g
29.94%
Cholesterol:91.4mg
30.47%
Sodium:330.08mg
14.35%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:37.69mg
12.56%
Protein:8.43g
16.87%
Manganese:0.74mg
36.76%
Copper:0.58mg
28.88%
Vitamin E:4.04mg
26.9%
Phosphorus:240.5mg
24.05%
Iron:3.94mg
21.88%
Magnesium:84.37mg
21.09%
Vitamin B2:0.33mg
19.49%
Selenium:10.76µg
15.37%
Fiber:3.76g
15.02%
Vitamin A:703.39IU
14.07%
Calcium:135.91mg
13.59%
Zinc:1.8mg
12.02%
Vitamin K:12.1µg
11.52%
Potassium:369.37mg
10.55%
Folate:36.95µg
9.24%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.41%
Vitamin B3:1.36mg
6.82%
Vitamin D:0.85µg
5.7%
Vitamin B5:0.42mg
4.17%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.39%
Vitamin B12:0.18µg
3.02%