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May 12, 2019

Chocolate Mousse Cake

A delicious no bake Chocolate Mousse Cake made using just 5 ingredients. This easy chocolate cake has a crunchy Oreo crust and is topped with whipped cream and fresh raspberries. 

Chocolate mousse cake on a white cake stand

I made you a cake 💕

This Chocolate Mousse Cake is made using just 5 ingredients, but it looks spectacular. And it tastes even better than it looks.

A crunchy Oreo crust topped with silky, smooth chocolate mousse and clouds of freshly whipped cream. It’s the perfect no bake chocolate cake. 

A beautiful Chocolate Mousse Cake on a white cake stand

If you’re looking for something to satisfy your chocolate fix but don’t want to turn the oven on, this 👆🏻 Chocolate Mousse Cake is your answer. Not only is it super easy to make but it tastes amazing.

The cookie base is made using whole Oreos, so it’s buttery and sweet and just a little bit crunchy. But the star of the show is most definitely that chocolate filling. It’s made using just three ingredients – and two of them are chocolate. 

Make no mistake, this Chocolate Mousse Cake is not for the faint-hearted. It’s oh-so-chocolately. Serve a slice with whipped cream and fresh raspberries for the ultimate no bake dessert.

A close up shot of Chocolate Mousse Cake with a slice taken out of it

This is my go-to recipe when I’m entertaining because you can make it ahead of time. Since you need to give it time to set in the fridge, it’s best to make it the night before.

It keeps really well in the fridge and you can just whip it out at a dinner party and it looks like you’ve spent hours making it. But the truth is, it takes less than 30 minutes to throw together. 

You will love this cake because:

  • You only need a handful of ingredients 
  • It’s quick and easy to make
  • It looks super impressive – your guests will love it!
  • The chocolate mousse just melts-in-your-mouth
  • You can make it ahead of time

A piece of Chocolate Mousse Cake on a white plate

TIPS FOR MAKING CHOCOLATE MOUSSE CAKE

  • Start your cake by crushing your Oreo cookies. You can leave the cream filling in, it adds extra flavour – and who wants to sit there dividing the Oreo cookies and the cream filling? Not me!
  • If you don’t have a food processor, you can put your Oreo cookies in a plastic zip lock bag and bash them with a rolling pin. It takes a little extra time and elbow grease, but the result is ultimately the same.
  • The chocolate mousse is made using chocolate and cream. I recommend a mix of half milk (sweet) chocolate and half dark (semi-sweet) chocolate. This gives you the perfect blend of chocolate flavour and sweetness – without having to add any extra sugar. 
  • The final important step is making sure you whip your cream properly. The cream is what is going to give the cake it’s luscious, full-bodied texture and it’s also going to help the cake set. To check your cream is whipped to stiff peaks, try the bowl trick – you should be able to tip your bowl upside down without any cream moving. That’s how you know you’re good to go! 

MORE NO BAKE RECIPES

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  • Chocolate Malt Mousse Pie
  • No Bake Key Lime Pie
  • No Bake Peanut Butter Pie

A slice of Chocolate Mousse Cake on a white plate

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Chocolate Mousse Cake

★★★★★ 5 from 2 reviews
  • Author: Jessica Holmes
  • Prep Time: 360
  • Total Time: 360
  • Yield: Serves 10-12
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American
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Description

A delicious no bake Chocolate Mousse Cake.


Ingredients

  • 200 grams (approximately 20) Oreo cookies
  • 60 grams (1/4 cup) unsalted butter
  • 200 grams (1 and 1/3 cup) good quality milk chocolate, broken into pieces
  • 200 grams (1 and 1/3 cup) good quality dark chocolate, broken into pieces
  • 600 ml (2 and 1/2 cups) thickened or heavy cream, plus extra for decorating
  • Fresh raspberries, for decorating

Instructions

  1. Lightly grease a 9 inch springform baking tin with a little butter and set aside.
  2. Add Oreo cookies (cream and all) to a food processor and blend until they resemble fine crumbs. Melt butter in the microwave and pour over your crushed Oreos and whiz again the mixture resembles wet sand.
  3. Pour Oreo mixture into your prepared tin and press down gently to form an even layer. Pop in the fridge.
  4. Place chocolate in a large heatproof bowl and melt in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds, until smooth and creamy. Leave for a few minutes to cool slightly.
  5.  Meanwhile, use an electric mixer to beat cream until stiff peaks form*. Gently fold cream into melted chocolate until smooth and combined. Pour over cookie crust. Place in the refrigerate to set for at least 4-6 hours or even better, overnight.
  6. To serve, decorate with extra whipped cream and fresh raspberries. Serve cold.

Notes

*To check if your cream is whipped – you should be able to tip the bowl upside down with any cream moving.

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Jessica Holmes
Hi there, I'm Jess. My life changed forever when my travels to the USA opened my eyes to wonderful things like smores milkshakes, red velvet cake and New York cheesecake. Now I love to spend my days creating American-inspired desserts. Read More.

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Comments

  1. AvatarBirgit Smith says

    December 3, 2019 at 1:14 pm

    This was one of the best chocolate cakes I made. So good, was an absolute hit…..

    Reply
    • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

      December 4, 2019 at 9:07 pm

      Love hearing that! Thanks Birgit!

      Reply
  2. AvatarEszter says

    December 2, 2019 at 7:37 am

    It tastes amazing. however i think its rather a ganache than mousse 🙂

    Reply
    • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

      December 2, 2019 at 7:19 pm

      Glad you liked it Eszter!

      Reply
  3. AvatarJudy says

    November 23, 2019 at 4:37 am

    What size of spring form pan should I use for the Chocolate mousse cake?

    Reply
    • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

      November 23, 2019 at 7:39 am

      Hi Judy, I used a 9 inch springform cake tin for this recipe.

      Reply
  4. AvatarColleen says

    November 7, 2019 at 9:33 am

    Do you think I could pour a ganache over this once set?

    Reply
    • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

      November 7, 2019 at 10:06 am

      Absolutely! Sounds amazing!!

      Reply
  5. AvatarAbbey says

    October 4, 2019 at 8:46 am

    Can you use milk chocolate chips for this recipe?

    Reply
    • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

      October 4, 2019 at 8:51 am

      Hi Abbey, yes that would be ok!

      Reply
  6. AvatarKym says

    September 29, 2019 at 8:34 pm

    Great recipe, used Arnott’s Delta Creme biscuits for the base. Easy to make & tasted fantastic, will definitely. make again.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

      September 29, 2019 at 8:35 pm

      So glad you enjoyed it Kym! Loved the idea of using Delta Cremes ❤️

      Reply
  7. Avatarmón ngon mỗi ngày says

    August 29, 2019 at 12:44 pm

    Great cake recipe!

    Reply
    • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

      August 29, 2019 at 2:44 pm

      Glad you like it!

      Reply
  8. AvatarVincent says

    August 2, 2019 at 4:46 pm

    this looks good!

    Reply
  9. AvatarEmma says

    July 23, 2019 at 1:42 am

    Hiya, how far in advance can this be made?

    Reply
    • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

      July 23, 2019 at 2:04 am

      Hi Emma! It will keep well in the fridge for 3-5 days ☺️

      Reply
  10. AvatarNatalie says

    May 12, 2019 at 2:10 pm

    I love chocolate mousse cake! It’s perfect for any party or celebration. This one looks amazing!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Jessica HolmesJessica Holmes says

      May 12, 2019 at 2:58 pm

      Thanks Natalie!!

      Reply

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