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Introducing a Vegan Chocolate Mousse that is absolutely to die for! It is so rich and creamy and so incredibly easy to make! With only 5 ingredients in the vegan mousse itself, it’s easy to whip together and sure to impress.

vegan chocolate mousse with raspberries on top.

Recipe Difficulty – Very Easy

Why this recipe works

I am always down for an easy recipe for a quick and delicious homemade dessert. This tofu chocolate mousse recipe definitely fits the bill! It is the perfect whipped dessert. This vegan mousse is also gluten free, making it accessible to many. Plus, it’s absolutely adorable in its individual cups.

This silken tofu chocolate mousse is a great recipe for any time of the year! You can even match it to a holiday with some coloured sprinkles! Pink and red turn this tofu mousse into a Valentine’s delight. Red and green sprinkles with some peppermint extract mixed in will make a tofu chocolate pudding fit for a Christmas Eve dessert.

This soft tofu dessert was inspired by my Chocolate Pot, and pairs well with this amazing Easy Gluten Free Chocolate Cake recipe

I specialize in gluten free and vegan recipes. For more gluten free desserts, check out this list. I also have a list of 33 Vegan Dessert Recipes. If you are a fan of silken tofu recipes, try my Easy Vegan Quiche with Tofu.

Ingredients to make Vegan Chocolate Mousse

Ingredients to make Vegan Chocolate Mousse.
  1. Dark Chocolate – is always a great choice when you’re looking for a healthy dessert.
  2. Silken Tofu – helps the mousse to hold its form and still be deliciously creamy without altering the taste.
  3. Vanilla Extract – is a secret ingredient in many delicious desserts.
  4. Maple Syrup – is my favourite natural sweetener.
  5. Cocoa Powder – or cacao powder adds more of that chocolatey flavour necessary in this mousse.
  6. Salt – helps to bring out all of the other flavours.
  7. Fresh Raspberries – are the perfect topping to match with this mousse.

See recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

Substitutions

  • Dark Chocolate – While I recommend 80%, use the level of chocolate that you prefer.
  • Silken Tofu – Some other options are avocado, coconut cream, coconut milk, or aquafaba (chickpea liquid).
  • Maple Syrup – can be replaced with honey or agave syrup.
  • Raspberries – Blueberries would also be delicious to top off this chocolate mousse tofu style.

Variations

  • Deluxe – If you want to bring this dessert up another level, try adding a dollop of cashew cream on top. You could also add some white chocolate shavings to the dark.
  • Kid friendly – You can serve this as more of a parfait recipe if you’d like, with cake on the bottom, mousse in the middle, and some whipped cream on top.

Try this Vegan Chocolate Tart for another tasty chocolate dessert.

How to make Vegan Chocolate Mousse

melted dark chocolate in  a bowl.

Step 1: Firstly, melt the chocolate in the microwave. Check it every 30 seconds until it is fully melted.

blending silken tofu, maple syrup and vanilla with chocolate.

Step 2: Add the silken tofu, vanilla extract, maple syrup, cacao powder, and salt. Blend until smooth.

vegan mousse in glass cups.

Step 3: Split the mousse between 6 small glasses or ramekins. Allow to set for 45 minutes in the fridge.

chocolate mousse decorated with grated chocolate and raspberries.

Step 4: Mash ½ of the raspberries. Decorate the mousse with the mashed and fresh raspberries. Grate the 10g of extra chocolate and sprinkle it on top to serve.

Hint: When melting the chocolate, stir in between the 30 second increments.

Leftovers

Leftover chocolate mousse can be kept in the fridge in an airtight container for 4-5 days. You can freeze it in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Allow to thaw in the fridge before enjoying. Be sure to store before adding raspberries or extra chocolate.

Recipe FAQs

Is chocolate mousse vegan?

Not generally, but it can be made vegan! There are a variety of vegan chocolate mousse recipes out there. Some are 3 ingredient, while others have many more. Some are an aquafaba chocolate mousse while others make an avocado mousse. My recipe uses silken tofu as a base with just a few other ingredients leading to an absolutely amazing low calorie high protein dessert.

What is the difference between mousse and pudding?

Mousse is generally a lighter dessert and is not cooked. A pudding recipe, on the other hand, is thicker and does need to be cooked. Both are delicious desserts that can be made gluten free and vegan.

What goes well on top of mousse?

My personal preference is raspberry with some chocolate shavings. I like to mash ½ of them and serve the other ½ whole on top. Some other great options are blueberries, pomegranate seeds, pistachios, or blackberries.

Is Vegan Chocolate Mousse healthy?

Well, it is still a dessert, so it’s not something you should be eating with every meal! But for a dessert, yes it is! Vegan chocolate mousse uses tofu rather than cream, as it is dairy free. I also like to use maple syrup as a natural sweetener. Dark chocolate has antioxidants in it. Overall, if you’re going to make a dessert, this is a great one to choose!

vegan mousse with chocolate and raspberries in glass cups.

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Vegan Chocolate Mousse

Easy vegan chocolate mousse, crafted with just 5 simple ingredients and free from dairy.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cooling Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 6
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Ingredients 

  • 150 g dark chocolate (80%), 10 g extra to grate for decoration
  • 375 g silken tofu
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 60 ml maple syrup
  • 20 g cocoa powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 100 g fresh raspberries

Instructions 

  • Begin by melting the chocolate in the microwave in 30 second increments until it’s fully melted.
  • Now add to a bowl with the silken tofu, vanilla extract, maple syrup, cacao powder and salt. Blend until smooth.
  • Empty into 6 small glasses or ramekins and place into the fridge for 45 minutes to set.
  • Mash ½ of the raspberries and once ready to eat decorate the mousse with the mashed and fresh raspberries. Grate the 10g of extra chocolate and sprinkle on top to serve.

Notes

Step-by-Step Photos: My blog post includes helpful step-by-step photos to help guide you through making this recipe.
Substitutions & Variations: I have included a list of these in the post above.
To Store: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 4-5 days. 
To Freeze: Freeze in an airtight container for up to two months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before enjoying.
Tip 1: Try mixing in some peanut butter for a delicious chocolate peanut butter silken tofu dessert.
Tip 2: These are great to make ahead of time! Make them a couple of days in advance so that you can focus on getting the house and meal ready for guests! Then whip these out and impress everyone.
Tip 3: if you want to get super fancy, turn this into a mousse cake recipe! Start with a thin layer of my Chocolate Ganache Cake. Put the mousse on next and then top with the my Avocado Chocolate Ganache.

Nutrition

Calories: 243kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 16g
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  1. 5 stars
    This was excellent. We used the substitute suggested of avocado as I found our silken tofu was too far out of date to risk and it was glorious! The raspberries are a must as a counterpoint to the truly rich dessert. Will be making this many more times this summer!