Healthy Chocolate Mousse
Make 4-ingredient healthy chocolate mousse that’s rich, creamy, fluffy, and perfect to satisfy a sweet tooth - no eggs, cream, dairy, or refined sugar!
Servings 5
Ingredients
- ½ cup (40 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 oz (113 g) dates (pitted and soaked in hot water for 5-10 minutes)
- 1 (14 oz/400 ml) can coconut milk (use only the thick, creamy part – best chilled overnight in the fridge)
- 2 oz (60 ml) aquafaba (liquid from a can of chickpeas)
- lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- You can watch the video for visual instructions.First, pit the dates, then soak them in hot water for 5-10 minutes to soften.
- Drain, then transfer them to a blender with the cocoa powder and the thick part of a can of chilled coconut milk. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Meanwhile, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to whip the aquafaba in a clean bowl until stiff peaks form (5-10 minutes).Optionally add some drops of lemon juice to help it whip quicker.
- Gently fold the chocolate mixture into the whipped aquafaba, a spoonful at a time – be careful not to knock out too much air.
- Spoon the coconut milk chocolate mousse into your preferred glasses/bowls/jars and chill for at least 2-3 hours to set. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use coconut cream: Only use the thick cream from the can of full-fat coconut milk (not light), not the liquid.
- Use chilled ingredients: Cold aquafaba will whip best.
- Fold it carefully: It’s important not to knock out too much air if you want fluffy aquafaba mousse.
- Let it chill properly: This ensures the best texture and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Healthy Chocolate Mousse
Serving Size
100 g
Amount per Serving
Calories
187
% Daily Value*
Fat
11.8
g
18
%
Saturated Fat
9.6
g
48
%
Sodium
11
mg
0
%
Potassium
317
mg
9
%
Carbohydrates
19
g
6
%
Fiber
6
g
24
%
Sugar
15
g
17
%
Protein
2.5
g
5
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.