Most days, a few hours after dinner, I tend to crave chocolate for dessert. Days where we eat an early dinner, we crave more than desserts. To avoid overeating and to stick to something healthier and satisfying, I usually will have these chocolate chia mousse in the fridge.
This Chocolate Chia Mousse is refined sugar-free, dairy-free, and packed with protein and nutrients.
I accidentally made this mousse one day when trying to see how I could enjoy chia seed pudding. Chia seed pudding is very satisfying, but I could never get past the texture. It was too “gummy” for me to eat. I would maybe eat 2-4 spoonfuls and then would have to put the rest in the fridge for another time. One day I decided to blend the chia seed pudding to see if tasted more enjoyable, and wow, was I amazed.
The texture after blending chia seed pudding resembles a mousse or parfait. I’ve made multiple flavors, and this one is my favorite for those chocolate-craving nights. It can also be enjoyed for breakfast, or even as a snack to hold you over until dinnertime.
I topped this mousse with coconut whip cream, pomegranate seeds, and toasted coconut flakes. I have previously topped with fresh strawberries or raspberries. You can’t go wrong, so pick your favorite fruit and top away before enjoying.
I hope you all love this vegan alternative to chocolate mousse!
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Chocolate Chia Mouse
This Chocolate Chia Mousse is refined sugar-free, dairy-free, and packed with protein and nutrients. Perfect for dessert, or a decadent snack.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup chia seeds
- 2 1/4 cups nut milk almond or cashew
- 1 tsp vanilla extract or sub vanilla bean powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup cacao powder or unsweetened cocoa powder
To serve:
- pomegranate seeds
- coconut whip cream
- cacao nibs
- coconut flakes
Instructions
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Sift the cacao powder over a glass bowl to remove clumps. Whisk in the salt, vanilla extract, maple syrup, cacao powder, and 2 cups nut milk.
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Add the chia seeds to the bowl and whisk to combine. Cover and refrigerate for 1.5 hours until the chia seeds have absorbed the liquid.
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Add Chia Pudding to a blender and add 1/4 cup nut milk. Blend until smooth and thick.
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** Taste the mixture to see if it's to your liking. If you want more of a chocolate flavor, add 1 tbsp at a time. If you need more vanilla flavor, add 1/4 tsp more. If you want more sweetness, add 1/2 tbsp of maple syrup at a time.
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Transfer the mousse to serving dishes and refrigerate for 2 hours to overnight. Serve with preferred toppings: pomegranate seeds, coconut whip cream, cacao nibs, and coconut flakes.
Recipe Notes
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.