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Decadent Chocolate Layer Delight

Decadent Chocolate Layer Delight

Indulge in the ultimate Decadent Chocolate Layer Delight, a heavenly dessert with rich chocolate cake, creamy mousse, and fresh bananas. Perfect for any celebration!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup hot water
  • 200 g dark chocolate
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 ripe bananas, sliced
  • ¼ cup chocolate sprinkles
  • q.s. chocolate ganache (optional)

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk or Electric Mixer
  • Spatula
  • Two 20 cm Round Cake Pans
  • Offset Knife

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C and prepare two round cake pans.
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugars.
  1. In another bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: eggs, vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla extract.
  1. Gently combine the dry and wet mixtures, then stir in the hot water until smooth.
  1. Divide the batter evenly between the cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes.
  1. While the cakes bake, melt the dark chocolate in short bursts in the microwave or using a double boiler and let it cool slightly.
  1. Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  1. Fold the melted chocolate into the whipped cream gently.
  1. Refrigerate the mousse for 30 minutes to firm up.
  1. Once the cakes are cool, place one layer on a serving plate, spread mousse on top, and add banana slices and chocolate sprinkles.
  1. Add the second cake layer, cover with more mousse, banana slices, and sprinkles.
  1. Optionally, drizzle with chocolate ganache and refrigerate for at least an hour to set.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Make sure to brush each cake layer lightly with simple syrup for added moisture. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze individual slices for longer storage. Use room temperature eggs for better emulsification and sift cocoa powder for a lump-free mixture.
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