How to Whip Up a 7-Layer Chocolate Mousse Raspberry Trifle!
This delightful 7-layer Chocolate Mousse Raspberry Trifle features rich layers of chocolate mousse, raspberry compote, and layers of fluffy vanilla sponge. It’s a showstopper of a dessert that's deliciously simple to prepare and perfect for entertaining.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 16 ounces semi-sweet chocolate finely chopped
- 3 cups heavy cream divided
- 3 cups fresh raspberries washed and divided
- 1 cup granulated sugar divided
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 small vanilla sponge cake cubed
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Make the Chocolate Mousse: Melt the semi-sweet chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water. Stir until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, whip 2 cups of heavy cream to soft peaks and gently fold it into the melted chocolate until fully combined. Refrigerate the mousse until ready to use.
- Prepare Raspberry Compote: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine 2 cups of raspberries, 1/2 cup sugar, and lemon juice. Cook until the mixture thickens slightly, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Whip the Remaining Cream: In another bowl, combine the remaining heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract. Whip to soft peaks and set aside.
- Assemble the Trifles: In each trifle dish or glass, layer cubed vanilla sponge cake, chocolate mousse, raspberry compote, and whipped cream. Repeat layers, ending with whipped cream.
- Top with Fresh Raspberries: Garnish the top of each trifle with fresh raspberries and serve immediately.
Notes
Alternative: For a different flavor, try substituting the raspberry compote with strawberry or blueberry. The versatility makes it a customizable favorite!