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“Worms in Dirt” Mousse Cake

Worms in Dirt Mousse Cake: A Spooktacular Halloween Treat

This Worms in Dirt Mousse Cake is a whimsical Halloween treat featuring layers of chocolate mousse and gummy worms.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 9 hours
Total Time 9 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Gummy Worms
  • 1 pack Raspberry Jello adds a sweet and tangy flavor for a spooktacular touch
  • 2 tablespoons Unflavored Gelatin helps create a firm structure for the gummy worms
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream enriches the gummy mixture
  • few drops Food Coloring to enhance the delightful appearance
For the Cookie Base
  • 2 cups Chocolate Pecan Cookies provide a crunchy and flavorful base
  • 1 cup Butter softened for easy mixing
  • 1 cup Sugar sweetens the cookies
For the Dark Chocolate Mousse
  • 8 ounces Dark Chocolate the star of this dessert
  • 4 large Egg Yolks help create a luxurious texture
  • 1 tablespoon Espresso intensifies the chocolate flavor
  • 2 cups Whipped Cream gently folded in for a light mousse
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Chocolate Whipped Cream adds a light yet indulgent finish
  • 1 cup Cookie Crumbs sprinkle on top for an aesthetic 'dirt' effect

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Double Boiler
  • Springform pan
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Gummy Worms by mixing raspberry jello and unflavored gelatin with boiling water until dissolved, then add heavy cream and food coloring, pour into straws and chill for 9 hours.
  2. Make Chocolate Pecan Cookies by creaming butter and sugar, adding flour, pecans, and cinnamon, chill dough, then bake at 350°F for 8-10 minutes.
  3. Prepare Dark Chocolate Mousse by melting dark chocolate, whisking egg yolks, espresso, and sugar, then combine with melted chocolate and fold in whipped cream.
  4. Assemble the Tart by layering cookie crumbs as the base, dark chocolate mousse on top, and finishing with chocolate whipped cream and cookie crumbles.
  5. Finish and Chill the mousse cake by covering with plastic wrap and chill for at least 4 hours before adding gummy worms and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 5gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Chill the mousse cake overnight for the best texture; sprinkle cookie crumbs firmly to prevent mousse seeping through.

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