Triple Chocolate Mousse Torte is a dessert lover’s dream, with three layers of creamy chocolate mousse—dark, milk, and white—on a chocolate cookie crust. This elegant and indulgent torte is perfect for any celebration or to treat yourself to something special!
Why This Recipe Works
Each mousse layer in this Triple Chocolate Mousse Torte complements the others with a balance of rich, creamy, and sweet flavors. The dark chocolate provides a deep, intense base, the milk chocolate adds a soft and mellow middle, and the white chocolate tops it off with a smooth sweetness. Together, they create a dessert that’s sophisticated yet irresistible.
What You’ll Need for This Recipe
For the Crust:
Chocolate Cookie Crumbs (1½ cups): A rich, chocolatey base for the torte.
Butter (¼ cup, melted): Helps bind the cookie crumbs together and adds flavor.
For Each Chocolate Mousse Layer:
(Each mousse layer uses the same ingredients, but with different types of chocolate.)
Butter (2 tbsp)
Water (2 tbsp)
Chocolate (6 oz, dark, milk, or white): Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor and texture.
Heavy Cream (1 cup)
Egg Yolks (2)
Sugar (2 tbsp)
How to Make Triple Chocolate Mousse Torte
- Prepare the Crust:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a bowl, combine the chocolate cookie crumbs with melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes, then let it cool completely before adding the mousse layers.
- Make Each Mousse Layer:
For each layer, follow these steps, starting with dark chocolate, then milk chocolate, and finally white chocolate.
Instructions for Each Layer:
- Melt the chocolate with butter and water: In a heatproof bowl over simmering water, melt the chocolate with butter and water, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Whip the heavy cream: In a separate bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream until soft peaks form, then refrigerate.
- Make the egg yolk mixture: In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks and sugar together. Slowly add the warm chocolate mixture to the yolk mixture, stirring constantly to temper the eggs.
- Fold in the whipped cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until smooth and fluffy.
- Spread over the crust: Pour the mousse layer over the cooled crust, spreading it evenly.
- Chill Between Layers:
After spreading each mousse layer, refrigerate the torte for at least 20 minutes before adding the next layer. This helps the layers set and creates clean layers.
- Chill the Finished Torte:
Once all three mousse layers are added, refrigerate the entire torte for at least 4 hours or overnight to fully set.
- Serve:
Carefully remove the torte from the springform pan. Slice and serve chilled. Optionally, garnish with chocolate shavings or whipped cream.
Tips + Tricks & More for Recipe Success
Use Room-Temperature Ingredients: This helps the mousse ingredients blend smoothly.
High-Quality Chocolate: For the best flavor, use high-quality chocolate for each layer.
Temper the Egg Yolks: Slowly add the warm chocolate mixture to the yolks to avoid scrambling them.
Refrigerate Between Layers: Chilling each layer ensures clean, distinct layers for a beautiful presentation.
Storage: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Timing Information
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Chill Time: 4 hours (or overnight for best results)
Total Time: About 4½ hours
Triple Chocolate Mousse Torte is a luxurious dessert that chocolate lovers will adore. With its rich layers and creamy texture, it’s a perfect treat for special occasions!