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Ridiculously Easy Vegan Chocolate Mousse Cake- No Nuts, No Tofu!

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Indulge in the luxurious taste of our Ridiculously Easy Vegan Chocolate Mousse Cake- No Nuts, No Tofu! This cake features a rich, fluffy chocolate base layered with an airy chocolate mousse and topped with a luscious vegan ganache. Perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to cozy nights in, this dessert is not only delectable but also completely dairy-free and nut-free, making it suitable for various dietary preferences. The delightful combination of textures and flavors will leave your guests wanting more. Impress your friends and family with this simple yet elegant treat that embodies both indulgence and healthiness!

Ingredients

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  • 2/3 cup dairy-free milk
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free baking flour)
  • 1/2 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 3/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted vegan butter
  • 1/2 cup dairy-free yogurt
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup HOT coffee
  • 1 cup vegan dairy-free chocolate
  • 3 cups heavy vegan cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a springform pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, mix yogurt, vegan butter, sugars, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients along with dairy-free milk and HOT coffee; mix until just combined.
  4. Pour batter into the pan and bake for 33-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before transferring to a rack.
  5. For the mousse, heat 1 cup of cream; pour over chocolate chips to melt. Whip remaining cream until stiff peaks form; fold in cooled chocolate mixture.
  6. Layer mousse over cooled cake; refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
  7. For the ganache, heat remaining cream; pour over chocolate chips and whisk until smooth; cool before pouring over set mousse.

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