Serving: Best served cold from the fridge. Perfect for elegant occasions or a weekend treat.
Storage: Cover and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
Freezing: Freeze the assembled cake (without garnish) for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
Presentation Tip: Dust lightly with cocoa powder or powdered sugar before adding toppings for a bakery-style finish.
Variations
Sugar-Free Option: Use monkfruit or erythritol in place of sugar, and choose sugar-free chocolate chips for a low-sugar version.
Dark Chocolate Lovers: Swap all chocolate for 70% dark chocolate for an intense flavor.
Mocha Twist: Add 1 teaspoon of instant espresso powder to the mousse for a subtle coffee undertone.
White Chocolate Mousse: Replace the dark chocolate with white chocolate for a lighter, contrasting layer.
