Red Velvet Heart with Coffee Mousse
Category: Desserts
Servings: 6
This indulgent Red Velvet Heart with Coffee Mousse combines the rich flavors of red velvet cake with a creamy, aromatic coffee mousse. Perfect for a special occasion or to show someone you care, this dessert brings together the perfect balance of sweetness and depth. The beautiful heart-shaped cakes are filled with a velvety coffee-infused mousse and finished with a delightful decoration of whipped cream and white chocolate shavings. Whether it’s a romantic dinner or a festive celebration, this dessert will surely leave a lasting impression.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Butter | 115g |
| All-purpose flour (00) | 300g |
| Unsweetened cocoa powder | 10g |
| Food coloring | 30g |
| Eggs | 2 |
| Vanilla bean pod | 1 |
| Natural plain yogurt | 200g |
| Salt | 6g |
| Granulated sugar | 300g |
| Baking soda | 4g |
| Coffee beans | 30g |
| Fresh liquid cream | 550g |
| White chocolate | 400g |
| Granulated sugar (for mousse) | 40g |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Coffee Mousse:
Start by making the coffee mousse. In a small saucepan, pour 250g of fresh cream and add the coffee beans. Gently heat the mixture, letting it simmer for about 10 minutes. Once done, remove from the heat and let it infuse for at least 1 hour to allow the coffee flavors to develop. -
Prepare the White Chocolate and Coffee Mixture:
While the coffee is infusing, roughly chop the white chocolate into small pieces. After the infusion time has passed, reheat the cream and coffee mixture. Add the granulated sugar, stir until it dissolves, and pour the hot cream over the chopped white chocolate. Mix everything together until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth. Let it cool. -
Make the Red Velvet Cake Batter:
In a separate bowl, start by adding the eggs, one at a time, to the cooled cream and white chocolate mixture. Once the eggs are incorporated, add the remaining half of the sugar and mix well. Next, sift in the cocoa powder, and scrape the seeds from the vanilla bean pod, adding them to the mixture. -
Combine Dry Ingredients:
Sift the all-purpose flour and baking soda together. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, one tablespoon at a time, mixing continuously with a hand mixer until all the flour has been incorporated into a smooth batter. -
Add Yogurt and Salt:
In a small bowl, combine the plain yogurt and salt. Use a spatula to mix them together until smooth and fully combined. Then, gently fold this yogurt mixture into the cake batter to give it a light, airy texture. -
Prepare the Heart-Shaped Cake Molds:
Using a pastry brush, grease two heart-shaped molds (20 cm in size) with butter. Place the molds on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Evenly divide the cake batter between the two molds, smoothing the top with a spatula. -
Bake the Cakes:
Preheat the oven to 180°C (160°C for a fan oven). Bake the cakes for approximately 25-30 minutes (or 15-20 minutes if using a fan-assisted oven). The cakes are ready when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove them from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack. -
Trim and Assemble the Cakes:
Once the cakes have cooled completely, carefully remove them from the molds. Using a long serrated knife, trim about 2mm off the top of each cake to remove any darker, uneven portions. -
Fill the Cakes with Coffee Mousse:
Spread a generous layer of the cooled coffee mousse onto one of the cakes. Place the second cake on top, pressing gently. Then, spread the remaining mousse around the edges and top of the cake. -
Chill the Cake:
Before moving on to the decoration, refrigerate the cake for 5-6 hours (or freeze for 4 hours) to set the mousse and allow the flavors to meld. -
Decorate the Red Velvet Heart:
After the mousse has set, take the trimmings from the top of the cake and crumble them into small pieces. Use these crumbs to decorate the sides of the cake, pressing them gently to adhere to the mousse. -
Finishing Touches:
For a beautiful finish, use a piping bag with a star tip to create small swirls of whipped cream on top of the cake. To add an extra touch of elegance, shave some white chocolate using a vegetable peeler and sprinkle the shards over the top of the cake. -
Serve and Enjoy:
Your Red Velvet Heart with Coffee Mousse is now ready to be served. This decadent dessert is perfect for sharing with someone special or for any celebration where you want to wow your guests with something extraordinary. Enjoy!
This recipe combines the best of both worlds: the indulgence of red velvet cake and the smooth richness of coffee mousse, all wrapped up in a stunning heart shape. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or any occasion where you want to impress with a beautiful, delicious dessert.
