Layers of homemade brownie and fluffy no bake strawberry cheesecake makes this Strawberry Mousse Brownie Cake an impressive and delicious dessert.
Is everyone else over the smoothies and hummus and Roasted Veggies yet?
I would say I am, but we really do eat fairly healthy most days, so those healthy foods will stick around. We balance it out with the crazy baking that I do daily.
And by daily, I really do mean daily. You would not believe the amount of crazy baking ideas I have swirling in my head!! With that many ideas, I'm usually in the kitchen each day!
Sometimes those ideas go on lists, sometimes they keep swirling in my head until I either forget about them, OR sometimes those ideas have to be made instantly!
This brownie cake was one of those crazy hair-brained sweets that came to me one day, and it just had to happen. It didn't matter that I had no rhyme or reason for it. It had to be made immediately!
Kind of like this Chocolate Cheesecake Cake, or this Oreo Mousse Cake...no reason, but holy cow! So worth it!!
I loved the filling in this Strawberry Mousse Cake, so I decided I needed another fun layer cake in my life, but this time I wanted to use fresh strawberries.
Now if you want to use a box brownie mix, you totally can go for it. Most days I'm right there with you jazzing up a box mix!
But today I used these Homemade Chocolate Chip Brownies as my base. It's seriously my favorite brownie to make when I go homemade.
Those brownies really have become a tried and true recipe in our house. My littlest guy absolutely loves his plain brownies.
Too bad he lives with me and my crazy wacky dessert brain that gets all twitchy when I can't jazz the brownies up! Don't worry though. He gets his plain brownies quite often because I do puffy heart love my kiddos!
And I usually compensate by making on overly decadent and crazy chocolate dessert the next day! It's totally a win win for both of us!
Tips for making a Strawberry Mousse Brownie Cake
Make a batch of homemade brownie batter and spread it into the bottom of an 8-inch springform pan. You can line the bottom with parchment paper or 8-inch cake circles. I like using the cardboard circles because it is easy to slide the cake right onto my cake stand or plate.
Bake the brownies for about 32-35 minutes, then remove and cool for about 10 minutes. Run a knife around the edge of the pan to loosen it from the pan. Then open the bottom of the springform pan and close it up again.
You are not removing the pan. This is just to make sure the brownie is completely away from the edge. Let it cool completely.
Let's make a delicious no bake strawberry mousse. Seriously, you are just a few ingredients away from strawberry goodness.
All you need is some cream cheese, Cool Whip, chopped fresh strawberries, and strawberry Jell-O to make a delicious no bake strawberry cheesecake. Seriously! That's it!
Whip it up good and spread it on your brownie. It will fill the pan all the way to the top! This cake is large and in charge and so worth it!!!!
Now this is where your patience comes in! Place the pan in the refrigerator and step away slowly!
I realize you want brownies and mousse right now! Believe me, so did I. So did I!!! But the mousse needs time to chill and set up. I suggest making it before you head off to dream land, then it will be ready for face planting in the morning!
How to make Chocolate Ganache
- Pour the heavy cream in a small saucepan and bringing it to a very slight boil.
- Remove it from the heat and pour in the chocolate chips.
- Shake the pan slightly to get the chips covered with the cream, then let it sit for a minute.
- Now stir, stir, stir until the rich chocolatey goodness happens.
- Do not pour this on your cake!!! Hot ganache and soft mousse are not a match made in heaven!
- Wait 10 minutes for the ganache to cool down because you do not want it to melt the strawberry mousse! You can stir it a few times during this time.
- Slowly and gently pour it in the center of the cake and use a spatula to spread it over the top.
- Let it set one more time before serving. I know, I know! More patience is needed! But then it's game on!!!
Other delicious cake recipes you may enjoy
- Hot Chocolate Cheesecake Brownie Cake
- White Chocolate Berry Pudding Cake
- No Bake Cherry Swiss Rolls Cake
- Grandma's Red Velvet Cake
- Dark Chocolate Layer Cake
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Recipe
Strawberry Mousse Brownie Cake
Layers of homemade brownie and fluffy no bake strawberry cheesecake makes this Strawberry Mousse Brownie Cake an impressive and delicious dessert.
Ingredients
For the Brownies
- ½ cup butter
- ¼ cup dark cocoa powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
For the Strawberry Mousse
- 2 - 8 ounce packages cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 ½ cups diced fresh strawberries
- 2 Tablespoons hot water
- 1 - 3 ounce box strawberry Jell-O
- 1 - 8 ounce container Cool Whip, divided
For the Chocolate Ganache
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chocolate chips
- Chocolate candy hearts, for garnish
- red and pink sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line an 8 inch springform pan with parchment paper or a cardboard circle.
- Melt the butter. Whisk in the cocoa powder. Let cool slightly.
- Beat the eggs until frothy and light in color. Add the sugar and vanilla and beat again.
- Spoon in ¼ cup of the butter/cocoa mixture and beat again. Add the rest of the butter/cocoa mixture and beat in.
- Stir together the salt, flour, and baking powder and add to the batter. Do not over mix. Spread in the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and cool for 10 minutes. Run a knife around the edge of the pan, loosen the pan ring, then close the ring back up without removing the brownie. Let cool completely.
- Beat the cream cheese and sugar until creamy. Set aside
- Place the diced strawberries in a food processor and pulse until mashed. Stir in the hot water and Jell-O powder until dissolved.
- Pour the strawberry mixture into the cream cheese and beat again. Fold in 2 cups of Cool Whip gently.
- Spread over the cooled brownies in the pan. Place in the refrigerator and chill for a few hours before removing the pan ring.
- Place the heavy cream in a small sauce pan. Bring to a very low boil, then remove from the heat. Stir in the chocolate chips until it is creamy. Let cool for 10 minutes before spreading on the top of the mousse.
- Let set in the refrigerator again before serving. Top with remaining Cool Whip, chocolate candies, and sprinkles. Store in a covered container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 462Total Fat: 31gSaturated Fat: 19gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 306mgCarbohydrates: 44gFiber: 2gSugar: 34gProtein: 6g
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**The recipe and post for this Strawberry Mousse Brownie Cake was first published on January 16, 2015. The photos have been updated and it has been republished on January 22, 2019.
Aimee Shugarman
Perfect treat for Valentine's Day!
Anna
Swooning over this gorgeous brownie cake! The strawberry mousse is incredible!
Stephanie
I wanted to make something fun and festive when my kids get home from school on Valentine's Day and this looks like the perfect recipe to make! Thanks!
Dee
I'm pushed for time. Could brownie mix be substituted?
Jocelyn
Yes, just make sure you use a box mix that is for an 8x8 pan. Here is a link to another brownie cake that I did using a box mix. https://insidebrucrewlife.com/thin-mint-cheesecake-brownie-cake/ I hope you enjoy the cake!!
Dee
Thanks. One more question. Could recipe be adapted for 9" springform pan? I am unable to find an 8" locally.
Jocelyn
Yes, you could use the 9 inch pan. You will probably need to adjust your baking time slightly though. Here is a link to one that I made a box brownie in a 9 inch pan. I hope this helps. https://insidebrucrewlife.com/raspberry-nutella-brownie-cake/
Linda
Just wondering if the strawberry mousse filling is stiff enough that I could use it for a strawberry mousse cake?
Jocelyn
This is a softer mousse, so I don't think it would hold up to cake layers. Here is a recipe for a Strawberry Mousse Cake that I just did recently. https://insidebrucrewlife.com/strawberry-mousse-cake/
Heather
Do you think I could make this the night before or is it best the day of?
Looks amazing ?
Jocelyn
You can make this the day before. The mousse needs time to set up anyway, so that way it will be great the next day. I hope you enjoy it.
sharon
It looks and sounds wonderful! I am thinking of making this for Easter. How do you think would hold up as individual trifles?
Jocelyn
Hi, Sharon. I think this would work great for trifle cups. Keep me posted on how you like them 🙂
Cheryl
looks delicious! Do you think the mousse would work between layers of a 3 layer cake?
Jocelyn
I actually do not recommend this mousse for inside cake layers. It is a soft set mousse, and I think the cake layers would squish it out the sides.
Megan
I made this for Valentines day it was amazing! I shared on my blog hope thats ok!!!
Beauty Follower
Wonderful cake, and soooo yummy!
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TammyO
I made this cake on the weekend and it was fantastic! Everyone thought I was amazing. Thanks for making me look good!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Woo hoo! Glad to hear it was a hit! You are very welcome for the recipe to make you look awesome 😉
Ashle
Jocelyn, I just started following you recently and have tried a few of your recipes. Some have been amazing, some haven't worked out well for me. But this strawberry mousse brownie cake is to. Die. For. If I had no other dessert for the rest of my life but this I'd be content. Well worth the effort and the waiting. Thank you for the amazing recipe!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Woo hoo! I am so glad to hear that this was a winner for you! My family devoured it in no time at all too!
Cheryl Kirkness
This sounds amazing! I wish I had a piece now.
Chels+R.
What a beautiful cake! I love these layers!
Amy @ Amy's Healthy Baking
Oh my gosh Jocelyn... That ganache. I want to eat an entire bowl of it with a spoon! And some of those gorgeous homemade brownies on the side wouldn't be too bad either. 😉 Pinned!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Confession...I always eat spoonfuls of ganache whenever I make it 😉 Thanks for sharing!!!
marcie
Jocelyn, this cake is beyond gorgeous, and looks equally delicious! Perfect for Valentine's Day. 🙂
Kathleen @ Yummy Crumble
This is completely worth breaking the diet for! Screw the hummus!
Quick question:
Have you made this mousse with raspberries? I want to make a raspberry mousse and try something besides just gelatin and whipped cream. this seems a little more special.
Jocelyn Brubaker
Definitely worth breaking the diet!!!! I haven't tried it with raspberries, but I don't see why it wouldn't work! Keep me posted on how it turns out for you 🙂
Kathleen @ Yummy Crumble
Jocelyn!!! I just made it with raspberries. I just subbed everything strawberry for the raspberries (raspberry jello) and it's amazing! I'm going to try freezing some of it and scoop it on some cupcakes instead of frosting. like a fake raspberry ice cream 🙂 I can't wait for you to see the post!
Jocelyn Brubaker
That's awesome! I can't wait to check it out!
Erin @ Making Memories
This looks heavenly!
Wendy
Beautiful cake! Perfect for Valentine's Day or whenever a strawberry-chocolate craving hits. 🙂 Sometimes, if you don't bake the idea in your head, it can keep you up all night begging to be baked. Better to be preemptive and bake your ideas before you lose any sleep. 🙂 Been there.
Amanda
This brownie cake is awesome! I love everything about this!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thank you so much Amanda!!!