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Chocolate Swirl Mousse Bundt Cake Recipe

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This indulgent Chocolate Swirl Mousse Bundt Cake combines the rich flavor of chocolate cake with a creamy, fluffy mousse center. Topped with a smooth chocolate ganache and decorated with elegant chocolate curls, this dessert is perfect for special occasions or any chocolate lover’s treat.

Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk

Mousse Filling Ingredients

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • ½ cup cream cheese (softened)
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Chocolate Ganache Ingredients

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ¾ cup heavy cream

Garnish

  • Chocolate curls or shavings

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan thoroughly to ensure the cake doesn’t stick.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and unsweetened cocoa powder until well combined.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, which usually takes about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time to the butter and sugar mixture, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Then add the vanilla extract and mix well.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Alternately add the dry flour mixture and buttermilk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until smooth and well combined but avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender.
  6. Prepare Mousse Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Add 1 tsp vanilla extract.
  7. Fold in Whipped Cream: Whip 1 cup of heavy whipping cream to soft peaks separately and then gently fold it into the cream cheese mixture until the mousse is fluffy and light.
  8. Assemble the Cake: Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared bundt pan, spreading it evenly. Carefully spread the mousse filling on top of the batter, avoiding the edges to prevent it from spilling out during baking. Then cover the mousse with the remaining cake batter, smoothing the top.
  9. Bake: Place the bundt cake in the oven and bake for 45–50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the cake’s center comes out clean and the cake is springy to touch.
  10. Cool: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan before attempting to remove it for glazing.
  11. Make Chocolate Ganache: Heat ¾ cup heavy cream in a saucepan until it just starts to simmer. Pour the hot cream over 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 2 minutes to melt the chocolate, then whisk the mixture until smooth and glossy.
  12. Glaze the Cake: Pour the chocolate ganache evenly over the cooled bundt cake, allowing it to drip down the sides for an attractive finish.
  13. Garnish: Finish by sprinkling chocolate curls or shavings over the ganache for a decorative touch. Let the glaze set before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure the cake is completely cool before applying the ganache to prevent it from melting.
  • Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing and texture.
  • To make chocolate curls, use a vegetable peeler on a chocolate bar.
  • This cake stores well in an airtight container refrigerated for up to 3 days.
  • Bring refrigerated cake to room temperature before serving for best flavor.

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