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Peanut Butter Chocolate Mousse

Irresistible Peanut Butter Chocolate Mousse You’ll Crave

A delightful Peanut Butter Chocolate Mousse that satisfies your sweet tooth while catering to various diets.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for gluten-free version.
  • 3/4 cup Sugar Can be reduced slightly for lower sugar.
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder No substitute recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder Check freshness for best results.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Opt for non-dairy alternatives for dairy-free.
For the Mousse
  • 1 cup Creamy peanut butter Swap with sunflower seed butter for nut-free.
  • 6 ounces Dark chocolate Higher quality chocolate recommended.
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Use coconut cream as a vegan substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Optional.

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • whisk
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch round cake pan by greasing it lightly and lining with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium heatproof bowl, melt dark chocolate and butter over simmering water, stirring until smooth for about 5 minutes.
  3. Whisk together sugar and eggs in a large bowl until pale and fluffy (about 4-5 minutes), then gradually mix in cooled chocolate.
  4. Stir creamy peanut butter into the chocolate-egg mixture until fully combined and smooth.
  5. Pour batter into the cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Whip heavy cream, sugar, and melted chocolate in a clean bowl until soft peaks form.
  8. Spread mousse evenly over the cooled cake and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
  9. Slice and serve chilled, optionally garnished with chocolate shavings or fresh berries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better blending.

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