Tuxedo Cake with Chocolate & Vanilla Mousse

The Tuxedo Cake from Costco is such a luxurious treat! It’s rich, indulgent, and perfect for any celebration. The combination of chocolate and vanilla mousse, brownie chunks, and the glossy ganache makes it truly special. If you’re interested in trying to recreate something similar at home, here’s a recipe inspired by that decadent layered cake:

Tuxedo Cake with Chocolate & Vanilla Mousse

Ingredients:

For the Cake Layers:

• 1 box of chocolate cake mix (or your favorite homemade chocolate cake recipe)
• 1 box of vanilla cake mix (or homemade vanilla cake)
• Eggs, oil, and water (as required by cake mix instructions)

For the Brownie Layer:

• 1 batch of your favorite brownies (store-bought or homemade)
• 1/2 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional, for extra richness)

For the Chocolate Mousse:

• 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Vanilla Mousse:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar

For the Ganache:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped

For Decoration:

• Chocolate shavings or curls (optional)
• Extra brownie chunks (optional)

Instructions:

video instructions available below
Instructions