Butterscotch Chocolate Mousse Cake Recipe

June 28, 2023 Post a Comment

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This decadent butterscotch chocolate mousse cake is the perfect dessert for any occasion! A fluffy chocolate mousse is layered between a rich butterscotch cake and a creamy butterscotch glaze. The flavor combination of the sweet butterscotch and indulgent chocolate is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. This showstopper cake is surprisingly easy to make and is sure to be a crowd pleaser.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup butterscotch chips

For the Chocolate Mousse:

1 cup heavy cream
4 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
3 large egg whites
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 cup granulated sugar

For the Butterscotch Glaze:

1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

For the Cake:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
Add eggs one at a time, whisking after each addition. Whisk in vanilla extract.
Gently fold in dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not over mix.
Stir in butterscotch chips.
Pour batter into prepared pan.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Allow cake to cool before frosting.

For the Chocolate Mousse:

Place chopped chocolate in a large heat-proof bowl. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, heat cream over medium heat until it just begins to boil. Pour over chopped chocolate and stir until smooth. Set aside.
In a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat egg whites and cream of tartar on medium-high speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar and continue to beat until stiff peaks form.
Fold egg whites into cooled chocolate mixture until combined.
Pour mousse over cooled cake and spread evenly.

For the Butterscotch Glaze:

In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add corn syrup and brown sugar and stir until combined.
Add cream and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 1 minute.
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
Pour glaze over mousse layer and spread evenly.

Notes

This cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. It can also be frozen for up to 1 month. To thaw, place in the refrigerator overnight.

Nutrition

Serving size: 1 slice (1/12 of cake)

Calories: 482
Fat: 24.7 g
Carbohydrates: 61.3 g
Protein: 4.2 g
Cholesterol: 86 mg
Sodium: 215 mg

This butterscotch chocolate mousse cake is an indulgent treat that is sure to be a hit! With layers of fluffy chocolate mousse and a rich butterscotch glaze, this cake is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It’s surprisingly easy to make and is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Your family and friends will be begging for seconds!