Ingredients
Creating this cake requires a few key ingredients, each contributing to its decadent layers. For the base, you’ll need high-quality dark chocolate, butter, eggs, and sugar to form a rich, dense foundation. The middle layer calls for smooth milk chocolate, cream, and gelatin, creating a luscious mousse that melts in your mouth. Lastly, the top layer combines white chocolate, cream, and a touch of vanilla for a light and airy finish. As you gather these ingredients, imagine Mama Lou’s gentle voice reminding us that “the secret to a good dish is love and patience.” Each component is carefully selected to ensure a perfect harmony of flavors.
Instructions
Embarking on the journey of making this cake is as rewarding as the final result. Begin with the base: melt dark chocolate and butter over a gentle heat, stirring until silky smooth. Whisk in sugar and eggs, blending until the mixture is thick and glossy. Pour this into a prepared cake tin and bake until set. As the base cools, prepare the milk chocolate mousse. Melt the chocolate, then fold in whipped cream and dissolved gelatin, layering it over the cooled base. Let it set in the fridge. Finally, for the white chocolate mousse, repeat the process, adding a hint of vanilla for depth. Each step is like a page from Mama Lou’s recipe book, filled with love and care.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International