Quick Plant-Based Chocolate Mousse Delight

Now that you know why the recipe works so well, let’s get straight to the point and talk about the ingredients.

Silken tofu or dessert tofu. This one’s the star of the show. Silken tofu will create a neutral base with a creamy texture—so you can create a luxurious mousse without any dairy products. You could also use firm (or extra-firm) tofu, although it’s not as velvety smooth as Silken tofu.

Plain chocolate, melted. This is where the rich chocolate flavour comes in. You can use any vegan chocolate you enjoy—my personal favourite is dark chocolate. You want to aim for at least 50% cocoa content, preferably 70% plus; this will give you a more intense experience.

Cocoa powder. Unsweetened cocoa powder will deepen the chocolate flavour. Plus, it adds this touch of bitterness which will balance out the sweetness of other ingredients. Cocoa powder is high in polyphenols, which can reduce inflammation in your body and improve your cholesterol levels.

Agave syrup or maple syrup. You can use any one of these natural sweeteners. They both don’t have any refined sugar content. However, agave nectar does have a slightly lower glycemic index than maple syrup.

Vanilla essence. This rounds out the overall flavour profile. Also, it adds a touch of floral complexity.

Salt. I’d like to call this a magic ingredient! A pinch of salt will enhance all the other flavours in the recipe. It’s little in quantity but powerful.

Cayenne pepper (optional). This will add a subtle warming kick. You can skip it if you wish.

Soya or oat yogurt for topping. A dollop of yogurt adds a cool and creamy element to the top of the mousse. Plus, I love that flavour of tang paired with the chocolatey richness. Choose your favourite plant-based yogurt—or omit it if you wouldn’t prefer its taste with your mousse.

Fresh bananas or strawberries for topping. I love the freshness fruits bring to the mousse—plus added nutrients! You can use other berries or chopped mango, too.

Shaved chocolate, flaked almonds, chopped nuts—or topping of your choice. The perfect finishing touch for some more flavour 🤍 Chopped nuts add a bit of healthy fat and protein, while shaved chocolate makes it a little more chocolatey. You can get creative and use whatever you have at hand.