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A heart-shaped mousse cake with vibrant sections coated in pink strawberry glaze, yellow mango glaze, and green matcha glaze, with rainbow sprinkles on top.

Heart-Shaped Mousse Cake

Surprise your loved one with this romantic heart-shaped mousse cake! Perfect for Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or any special occasion, this cake combines a soft, creamy mousse with a delicate crust. 🍰✨ Customizable and easy to make, it's a dessert that looks as good as it tastes!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Course Dessert, Special Occasion Dessert, Valentine's Day Dessert
Cuisine French, International, Romantic Dessert Cuisine
Servings 2 People
Calories 990 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Heart-shaped mold
  • Blender or food processor
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Rubber spatula
  • Fine mesh sieve (optional)

Ingredients
  

For the Crust:

  • 80 g digestive biscuits (or graham crackers)
  • 30 g melted butter

For the Mousse:

  • 200 ml heavy cream (cold)
  • 100 g cream cheese (room temperature)
  • 50 g white chocolate (melted)
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 5 g gelatin
  • 2 tbsp water (for setting)

For Decoration (Optional):

  • Fresh strawberries or raspberries
  • Whipped cream
  • White chocolate shavings

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Crust
    Crush the biscuits into fine crumbs and mix with melted butter.Press the mixture firmly into a heart-shaped mold and refrigerate.
  • Dissolve the Gelatin
    Bloom gelatin in water for 5 minutes, then heat for 10 seconds in the microwave to dissolve.
  • Whip the Cream
    Whip cold heavy cream to soft peaks and set aside in the fridge.
  • Make the Mousse Base
    Beat cream cheese until smooth, then add melted white chocolate, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and gelatin. Mix well.
  • Combine & Set
    Gently fold the whipped cream into the mousse base until fully combined.Pour the mixture over the crust and smooth the surface. Refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours.
  • Decorate & Serve
    Remove the cake from the mold and decorate with fresh berries, whipped cream, or chocolate shavings. Enjoy! 🎂💖

Notes

  • Flavor Variations: Swap white chocolate for dark chocolate for a richer taste! 🍫
  • Fruity Twist: Add pureed strawberries or raspberries to the mousse mixture. 🍓
  • Soft Texture: Replace cream cheese with mascarpone for an even creamier finish.

Perfect Pairings:

  • Drinks: Sparkling wine, red wine, vanilla milkshake, or coffee ☕🍷
  • Sweets & Fruits: Fresh berries, macarons, or chocolate fondue 🍓🍫
  • Sides: Cheese platter, mixed nuts, or a light salad 🧀🥗
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