Chocolate-Dipped Strawberry Mousse Cake
A dreamy no-fail dessert bursting with fresh strawberry flavor and silky chocolate bliss!
This light, airy strawberry mousse sits on a soft cake base and is finished with a glossy chocolate topping. A stunning crowd-pleaser for holidays, parties, birthdays, or romantic celebrations.
Recipe Benefits:
Light & Airy Texture fluffy mousse with fresh berry flavor
No-Fail Base use a boxed cake mix or homemade cake
Fresh Fruit Dessert real strawberries bring natural sweetness & antioxidants
Elegant Look, Simple Steps perfect for beginners
Make-Ahead Friendly ideal for parties and gatherings
Chocolate + Berry Combo universally loved flavor pairing
Ingredients:
Cake Layer:
1 box chocolate or vanilla cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box)
Or your favorite homemade simple cake base
Fresh Strawberry Mousse:
2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries
1/2 cup sugar
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 cup heavy cream
1 packet unflavored gelatin
2 tbsp cold water
Silky Chocolate Topping:
1 cup chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
2 tbsp butter or heavy cream
Garnish:
Fresh strawberries (whole or halved)
Optional: extra melted chocolate for drizzling
Instructions:
Bake the Cake Layer
Prepare the cake mix (or your homemade cake) in a round pan according to the instructions.
Let cool fully, then trim the top if needed for a smooth, even surface.
Make the Strawberry Mousse
• Cook the berries:
Heat strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan until soft.
Blend until smooth and allow to cool slightly.
• Add gelatin:
Bloom the gelatin in cold water, melt gently, and stir into the warm strawberry puree.
• Whip the cream:
Beat heavy cream to soft peaks, then fold gently into the strawberry mixture until fluffy and light.
Assemble the Cake
Pour the strawberry mousse over the cooled cake layer.
Refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until fully set.
Add the Chocolate Topping
Melt chocolate with butter or cream until glossy and smooth.
Let cool slightly, then pour over the chilled mousse and spread gently.
Add Garnishes
Top with fresh strawberries.
Dip a few in chocolate for a beautiful finishing touch.
Chill & Serve
Chill for another 30 minutes, slice, and enjoy this stunning chocolate-berry masterpiece!
This Chocolate-Dipped Strawberry Mousse Cake combines a fluffy strawberry mousse, soft cake base, and silky chocolate topping. A stunning, easy, make-ahead dessert!
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