Gluten-Free Chocolate Mousse Cake is the kind of dessert that checks every box it’s no bake, flourless, naturally gluten-free, and tastes like it came straight from a fancy bakery. The first time I made this Gluten-Free Chocolate Mousse Cake, my kids licked their plates so clean I didn’t even need to do dishes. It was one of those Sunday afternoons when you crave something rich and chocolatey, but you don’t want the gluten bellyache afterward. So, I got to work, blending my favorite bittersweet chocolate with memories of my grandma’s flourless cake and out came this beauty.
Let me tell you: this cake is love on a plate. Rich, mousse-y, and topped with clouds of whipped cream it’s the kind of gluten-free chocolate mousse dessert TikTok made go viral. And yes, it’s 100% gluten-free, but no one ever guesses. Whether you’re looking for a healthy chocolate mousse cake gluten free version or a showstopper gluten free mousse cake for birthdays, this is the one.
Gluten-Free Chocolate Mousse Cake
Equipment
- 10-inch Springform Pan
- Microwave-safe Bowl
- Whisk
- Rubber Spatula
- Stand Mixer or Hand Mixer
- Wire Rack
Ingredients
Cake Base
- 8 oz Bittersweet or semisweet chocolate chopped or chips
- 1 cup Butter unsalted
- 1 cup Sugar
- 5 Eggs
- 1 tbsp Vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/4 cup Gluten-free 1:1 baking flour
Chocolate Mousse
- 8 oz Bittersweet or semisweet chocolate chopped or chips
- 1 1/3 cup Powdered sugar
- 16 oz Cream cheese softened
- 2 tsp Vanilla extract
- 2 cups Cold heavy cream
Whipped Cream Topping
- 3/4 cup Cold heavy cream
- 2 tbsp Powdered sugar
- 2 tsp Vanilla extract
- Grated chocolate for garnish, optional
Why This Gluten-Free Chocolate Mousse Cake Will Become Your Family’s Favorite
This isn’t just a chocolate cake. It’s layers of love:
- A fudgy, flourless chocolate cake base that melts in your mouth.
- A whipped chocolate mousse that’s so fluffy it could float.
- An airy cream topping perfect for make-ahead desserts and birthdays.
And did I mention? It’s a naturally gluten-free chocolate mousse dessert. No complicated swaps just good old 1:1 baking flour or skip it for a no flour chocolate cake. Whether you’re paleo, dairy-free, or just love chocolate, this Gluten-Free Chocolate Mousse Cake fits all the moods.
The 5 Ingredients You Can’t Skip
For the cake:
- 8 oz bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, chopped or chips (Guittard or any dark chocolate mousse cake blend works great)
- 1 cup butter (Two sticks, trust me refined sugar free dessert this is not, but it’s worth it!)
- 1 cup sugar
- 5 eggs (Room temp for best texture you can even try it eggless with substitutes like flax egg!)
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup gluten-free 1:1 baking flour (Or try almond flour for a paleo chocolate mousse cake twist!)
For the mousse:
- 8 oz chocolate (Viral chocolate mousse cake needs quality chocolate!)
- 1 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups cold heavy cream (Or swap with full-fat coconut cream for a vegan flourless chocolate mousse layer cake version!)
For the whipped cream:
- 3/4 cup cold heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Grated chocolate for garnish (optional but gorgeous!)
More tasty ideas: 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies (No Egg + Vegan)
How to Make This No Bake Gluten-Free Mousse Cake
1. Prep your pan and preheat. Preheat to 325°F. Grease a 10-inch springform pan. For no bake, skip the oven and just chill the mousse layer in a prepared crust for your easy gluten-free chocolate mousse cake.
2. Melt the chocolate and butter. Microwave in 15-second bursts, stirring each time, until melted. Perfect for an easy 2 ingredient chocolate mousse cake base.
3. Add the magic. Whisk in sugar, vanilla, salt. Add eggs one at a time. Fold in gluten-free flour or almond flour. You can also go completely flourless!
4. Bake (or skip!). Bake 30–35 minutes, or if you’re doing the no bake gluten-free chocolate mousse cake version, just chill the mousse in a crust.
5. Make the mousse. Beat melted chocolate with powdered sugar, cream cheese, and vanilla. Add heavy cream slowly, then whip until fluffy. It’s the creamy heart of this gluten free chocolate mousse cake recipe.
6. Layer it up. Spread mousse on cooled cake or no-bake crust. Chill at least 6 hours. This is the perfect make ahead chocolate mousse cake!
7. Whip it good. Whip cream, sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Add this whipped chocolate mousse topping before serving.
8. Garnish and serve. Use chocolate shavings or fresh raspberries for a gluten free chocolate raspberry mousse cake that stuns on birthdays.
FAQ
Is mousse cake gluten-free?
Yes, especially when made like this flourless or with gluten-free flour. This Gluten-Free Chocolate Mousse Cake is a prime example.
How do you make gluten free chocolate mousse cake?
Start with a flourless chocolate cake or crust, add mousse made from heavy or coconut cream, and chill. The result? An easy gluten-free chocolate mousse cake that tastes like heaven.
Can I make a chocolate mousse cake without flour?
Absolutely. That’s how this flourless chocolate cake viral recipe started!
What is the difference between flourless cake and mousse cake?
Flourless is denser, like a brownie. Mousse cake has a creamy, fluffy topping that’s more layered. This Gluten-Free Chocolate Mousse Cake has both elements in one!
What are the best gluten free desserts for chocolate lovers?
Triple chocolate mousse cake gluten free style, no flour chocolate cake, and healthy chocolate mousse viral treats are top of my list.
What can I use instead of cream in a mousse cake?
Coconut cream mousse is a great vegan option with a tropical twist.
Let’s Bake Together
If you try this easy gluten free chocolate mousse cake, tag me I seriously do a happy dance every time someone shares their slice. Whether you’re baking for a birthday, going dairy free, or just looking for a healthy chocolate mousse cake gluten free enough for everyone at the table, this one’s made with love.
Love, Anna
