Rich and Creamy Chocolate Chia Mousse (Dairy-Free)
A rich, silky chocolate mousse made with simple ingredients and naturally sweetened with dates and maple syrup. Perfect for meal prep, this wholesome treat doubles as a satisfying snack or dessert.
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
For the Sweet Cashew Cream
- 1/2 cup raw cashews soaked*
- 2 cups water
- OR 3 cups unsweetened cashew milk
- 7 small dates, pitted or 2½ Medjool dates, pitted
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Chia Mousse
- Sweet cashew cream
- 1/2 cup chia seeds
- 1/2 cup + 2 tsp cacao powder
- 1/4 cup + 2 tsp Dandy Blend (optional, for a deeper chocolate flavour)
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp salt
*Soak cashews overnight or in hot water for 4 hours.
Instructions
- Make the cashew cream. Blend the soaked cashews, water, dates, and vanilla until smooth. If using cashew milk, blend it with the dates and vanilla instead.
- Add the cacao powder, Dandy Blend, maple syrup, salt, and chia seeds. Blend on low for 30 seconds, then high for 3 minutes.
- Transfer to an airtight container or individual jars. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set.
- Stir before serving. Refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Ash's Tips
- The 3 cups of premade unsweetened cashew milk are a substitute for the soaked cashews and water.
- Using a high-speed blender may warm the mixture. This is normal and may help the mousse thicken more quickly.
- If the surface darkens after blending, simply stir before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 0.5 cup | Calories: 157kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 82mg | Potassium: 248mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 94mg | Iron: 2mg
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