Tuxedo Cake
A rich and decadent Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake that's perfect for special occasions and will impress all chocolate lovers.
Ingredients
For the Chocolate Cake
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water This will make the batter runny.
For the Chocolate Mousse
- 8 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 large egg whites
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
For the White Chocolate Mousse
- 8 ounces white chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 large egg whites
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, add the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
- Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth.
- Carefully stir in the boiling water—this will make your batter runny but trust the process!
Baking the Cake
- Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans.
Notes
This cake is a perfect centerpiece for any celebration. Serve chilled for the best texture and flavor.