Step into the world of decadence with this Tuxedo Cake, an elegant dessert that combines the sophisticated flavors of dark and white chocolate mousses with a rich chocolate cake. Topped with a glossy ganache, this cake is perfect for any special occasion that demands a touch of class.
Ingredients:
Chocolate Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups sugar
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- 1½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp espresso powder
- 1 cup hot water
Chocolate Mousses:
- 4 egg yolks
- 2 cups heavy cream, divided
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3.5 oz dark chocolate
- 3.5 oz white chocolate
Chocolate Ganache:
- 4.3 oz milk chocolate
- ½ cup heavy cream
Directions:
- Prepare the Cake:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C).
- Line two 8-inch cake pans with parchment paper and grease them.
- Sift together flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, combine milk, vegetable oil, eggs, sour cream, and vanilla extract.
- Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Dissolve espresso powder in hot water and incorporate.
- Divide the batter evenly between the pans and bake for about 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool.
- Make the Mousses:
- Whisk the egg yolks. Heat half of the cream with vanilla extract and slowly temper into the yolks. Return to heat until the mixture thickens.
- Divide the custard into two parts. Melt the dark and white chocolates separately and mix each with half of the custard.
- Whip the remaining cream and fold into each chocolate mixture separately.
- Assemble the Cake:
- In a dessert ring or adjustable cake ring, place one layer of chocolate cake. Top with dark chocolate mousse, followed by white chocolate mousse. Chill for 30 minutes.
- Add the second layer of cake and refrigerate for 4 hours to set.
- Prepare the Ganache:
- Heat the cream and pour over the chopped milk chocolate. Stir until smooth.
- Let the ganache cool slightly before spreading over the chilled cake.
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 35 minutes
Chill Time: 4 hours
Total Time: Approximately 5 hours 5 minutes
Servings: Calories: 584 kcal per serving
Baking Tips:
- Ensure all ingredients, especially eggs and dairy, are at room temperature to achieve smoother, more uniform textures.
- A dessert ring or adjustable cake ring helps in achieving clean, professional layers.
- For an extra touch of luxury, garnish with chocolate shavings or gold leaf.
Conclusion:
This Tuxedo Cake is not just a dessert; it’s a statement piece—luxurious, visually stunning, and irresistibly delicious. Perfect for a formal event, a celebratory gathering, or when you want to impress your dinner guests. Enjoy the balance of textures and depths of chocolate flavor that each bite of this exquisite cake offers!