Easy Vegan Chocolate Mousse (Silken Tofu, Rich & Creamy)
This easy vegan chocolate mousse made with silken tofu is the perfect guilt-free indulgence. With just 6 simple ingredients and a blender, this rich and creamy plant-based chocolate mousse comes together in minutes. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, dinner parties, or an easy weeknight treat, this healthy chocolate mousse will please vegans and non-vegans alike.
Why You’ll Love This Vegan Chocolate Mousse ❤️
- Quick & easy: This simple recipe comes together in minutes in a blender.
- Healthy chocolate mousse: Dairy-free, gluten-free, oil-free, and naturally sweetened.
- High in protein: Silken tofu, the base of the mousse, is a great source of plant-based protein.
- Delicious: Rich chocolate flavor with a light, airy texture.
Ingredients You’ll Need 🛒
- Nondairy dark chocolate chips: For rich chocolate flavor.
- Silken tofu: The smooth and creamy base.
- Maple syrup: Adds natural sweetness.
- Cocoa powder: Deepens the chocolate flavor.
- Creamy peanut butter (optional): Adds thickness, richness, and extra protein. Omit for nut-free; the mousse will be slightly thinner and softer but still delicious.
- Vanilla extract: Enhances the overall flavor.
- Kosher salt: Just a pinch balances the sweetness.
See recipe card for quantities.
How to Make Vegan Chocolate Mousse (Step by Step) 🍫
Step 1: In a microwave-safe bowl, microwave the chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until melted and smooth.
Step 2: Add the melted chocolate, silken tofu, maple syrup, cocoa powder, vanilla, salt, and optional peanut butter to a high-speed blender.
Step 3: Blend until smooth and creamy.
Step 4: Spoon into small dessert glasses or ramekins. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to thicken. Garnish with fresh raspberries, coconut whipped cream, and/or cacao nibs and serve chilled.
Equipment 🥄
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Small microwave-safe bowl
- High-speed blender
- Spoon
- Small dessert glasses or ramekins
Storage ❄️
Store vegan chocolate mousse in an airtight container and enjoy within 2 to 3 days. Freezing is not recommended, as it can change the texture.
Pro Tips for the Best Silken Tofu Chocolate Mousse ✨
- Make sure to use silken tofu, not firm or extra-firm tofu.
- Chilling the mousse for at least 1 hour allows it to thicken and develop a light, airy texture.
FAQ ❓
Chocolate mousse is a light, airy dessert. It’s typically made with chocolate, eggs, cream, and sugar. This vegan chocolate mouse uses silken tofu to create a light, creamy texture with no dairy.
Unlike traditional chocolate mousse, this recipe is dairy-free, egg-free, gluten-free, and naturally sweetened. It also gets a protein boost from the silken tofu. Although like any dessert, it’s best enjoyed in moderation, this is a healthier option than traditional chocolate mousse.
No. Silken tofu has a neutral flavor and absorbs the flavor of the melted chocolate, cocoa powder, and maple syrup. The result is smooth, rich, and chocolatey with no tofu taste.
Absolutely. The peanut butter adds thickness and richness, but is completely optional. The mousse will be slightly softer without it but will still be creamy and delicious.
Agave syrup and date syrup are both good substitutes.
Yes. This is an ideal dessert to make ahead of time because its texture improves over time as it chills. You can prepare it up to 2 days in advance and store it in an airtight container in the fridge until you’re ready to serve it.
Easy Vegan Chocolate Mousse
Equipment
- measuring cups and spoons
- small microwave-safe bowl
- high-speed blender
- spoon
- small dessert glasses or ramekins
Ingredients
- ¼ cup nondairy dark chocolate chips
- 1 (16-ounce) package silken tofu drained but not pressed
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
Optional Garnishes
- fresh raspberries
- coconut whipped cream
- cacao nibs
Instructions
- Melt the chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, microwave the chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until melted and smooth.
- Add ingredients: Add the melted chocolate, silken tofu, maple syrup, cocoa powder, vanilla, salt, and optional peanut butter to a high-speed blender.
- Blend: Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Serve Spoon into small dessert glasses or ramekins. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to thicken. Garnish with fresh raspberries, coconut whipped cream, and/or cacao nibs and serve chilled.
Notes
- Store vegan chocolate mousse in an airtight container and enjoy within 2 to 3 days. Freezing is not recommended, as it can change the texture.
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