Description
Indulge in the ultimate autumn dessert with this Pumpkin Chocolate Mousse Cake. This velvety treat combines rich chocolate and warm pumpkin flavors, creating a harmonious balance that melts in your mouth. Perfect for cozy gatherings or as a showstopper at dinner parties, this cake is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth. With an easy-to-follow recipe, you can whip up this delightful dessert in no time.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 4 oz dark chocolate (high-quality)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch round cake pan and dust with flour.
- Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt until well blended.
- Gently fold the melted chocolate into the pumpkin mixture until fully incorporated.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool slightly before serving or refrigerate overnight for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg