Chocolate Gnocchi Cake with Mousse and Chocolate Icing
Chocolate Gnocchi Cake with Mousse and Chocolate Icing is an indulgent, decadent dessert that combines a rich, cocoa-infused gnocchi base, topped with a light and fluffy chocolate mousse, and finished with a glossy, smooth chocolate icing. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this luxurious cake offers a delightful balance of textures and flavors in every bite.
Chocolate Gnocchi Cake with Mousse and Chocolate Icing is an indulgent, show-stopping dessert that combines the richness of cocoa-infused gnocchi with a light and airy chocolate mousse. The smooth, creamy mousse sits atop the dense, flavorful gnocchi base, and is finished off with a luscious, glossy chocolate icing. This dessert is a perfect balance of textures—moist and fluffy, with a decadent, velvety chocolate flavor in every bite. Whether you're serving it at a dinner party or enjoying it as a special treat, this cake is sure to satisfy every chocolate lover's craving.
Ingredients
- 40 g flour
- 20 g cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 50 g sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 5 egg whites
- 180 g dark chocolate
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 90 g whole cream
- 60 g dark chocolate
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 6g
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Directions
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In a bowl, mix 2 eggs, 50 g sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon baking soda. Add 40 g flour and 20 g cocoa powder, and mix until a smooth batter forms. Shape the batter into a round cake and bake at 160°C (320°F) for about 10 minutes, or until firm.
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In a separate bowl, beat 5 egg whites with a pinch of salt and 1 tablespoon of sugar until stiff peaks form. Melt 180 g of dark chocolate and gently fold it into the beaten egg whites. Pour the mousse mixture over the baked cake.
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In a bowl, heat 90 g of whole cream and melt 60 g of dark chocolate together. Mix well and pour the chocolate icing over the cake and mousse combination. Optionally, sprinkle almond powder on top for added texture and flavor. Let the cake cool slightly, then serve and enjoy this indulgent dessert!
