Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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1
servings
100 g

Heavy whipping cream

Whipped

100 g

Chocolate ganache

Melted

2 tsp

Instant coffee powder

0.5 cup

Water

Heated

200 g

Chocolate cake

Crumbled

1 tsp

Sugar

1 tsp

Vanilla extract

2 tbsp

Chocolate chips

Step 1
~10 min

Cut the Chocolate Cake into small pieces or crumble it.

Step 2
~10 min

Prepare Vanilla Cream: Add vanilla extract to heavy whipped cream and mix well.

Key Technique: Whipped Cream
Step 3
~10 min

Set aside the vanilla cream.

Step 4
~10 min

Prepare Coffee Syrup: Heat water in a saucepan on medium flame.

Step 5
~10 min

Add instant coffee powder and sugar to the hot water.

Step 6
~10 min

Stir until sugar dissolves completely.

Step 7
~10 min

Turn off the flame and allow the coffee syrup to cool.

Step 8
~10 min

In a glass, put a thin layer of vanilla cream.

Step 9
~10 min

Add a layer of crumbled or cut chocolate cake on top of the cream.

Step 10
~10 min

Drizzle coffee syrup (about 1/2 teaspoon) over the chocolate cake layer.

Step 11
~10 min

Add another layer of vanilla cream.

Step 12
~10 min

Sprinkle chocolate chips on top of the cream layer.

Step 13
~10 min

Repeat the layering process about 4 more times.

Key Technique: Layering
Step 14
~10 min

Lastly, sprinkle coffee powder on top using a sieve.

Step 15
~10 min

Set the glass in the fridge for 1 hour.

Step 16
~10 min

Serve the Vanilla Choco Mousse chilled as a dessert.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Chill the serving glasses before assembling the mousse.

Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.

Adjust the amount of coffee powder to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled as a dessert.

Accompany with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Lemony Pasta With Roasted Shrimps
Penne Pasta In Creamy Cauliflower Sauce
Cheese Garlic Bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Europe

Cultural Significance

Dessert served in various celebrations and gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Birthday Parties
Holiday Dinners

Occasion Tags

Party
Dinner
Celebration

Popularity Score

70/100

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