Easy Chocolate Mousse (Dairy Free) is a lovely simple dessert made with just three ingredients. Using coconut cream, icing sugar and cocoa powder, it creates a smooth, creamy chocolate mousse without needing any dairy.
I love how little effort this recipe takes, especially when you want something sweet without spending ages in the kitchen. It is a great option for anyone avoiding dairy, but still wanting a delicious chocolate dessert that everyone can enjoy.
How coconut cream makes a dairy free chocolate mousse
Most dairy free mousses use avocados, but I can assure you NO avocados were harmed in the making of my mousse!
The key ingredient to this mousse is coconut cream. Coconut cream whips beautifully to create a gorgeous topping for many desserts, but it can also create a lovely mousse with the addition of just two ingredients; icing sugar and cocoa powder.
Coconut cream on it’s own is so rich and creamy. The flavour lends itself perfectly to this chocolate hit. You can add additional shaved dark chocolate if you wish, or even berries would be so lovely!
I have been using whipped coconut cream on quite a few recipes, it is gorgeous as an alternative to whipped cream.
How to prepare the coconut cream for chocolate mousse
The way to make this dairy free dessert is really quite simple and easy. You simply pop a can of coconut cream (not lite or coconut milk) in the fridge overnight.
Then carefully remove it when you wish to use it, taking care not to shake the can. Then simply spoon out the coconut cream from the top of the can. Once you get 2/3rds of the way down you will see the coconut water, you can simply discard this part.
Then add a little icing sugar and whip as you would cream. It only takes a few minutes to whip up into a lovely soft cream texture.
You can use this in so many ways; to top pancakes or waffles, as a topping to desserts such as chocolate self saucing puddings or even cheesecakes, or as I have done here you can add some cocoa powder and turn it into a gorgeous chocolate mousse. Topped with some whipped coconut cream and a dessert sauce if you choose, this is really quite spectacular!
Watch how to make coconut cream chocolate mousse
Another easy three ingredient chocolate mousse recipe
I also have another lovely Easy Chocolate Mousse recipe on the blog that uses just three ingredients: whipped cream, milk and chocolate.
This one isn’t dairy free, but it’s just as simple to make and a great option if you’re looking for a more traditional chocolate mousse. Both recipes are delicious and perfect for an easy dessert!
Easy Chocolate Mousse (Dairy Free) recipe
3 Ingredient Dairy Free Chocolate Mousse
This easy Chocolate Mousse (Dairy Free) uses just three ingredients to make a smooth, creamy chocolate dessert that's simple to prepare and lovely to serve.
Ingredients
- 2 Cans Coconut Cream (400ml cans)
- 2 Tablespoons Icing Sugar, 16 grams
- 3 Tablespoons Cocoa Powder, 18 grams
Optional
- Shaved Chocolate
- Dessert Sauces for Toppings
Instructions
- Before you begin you will need to chill the unopened cans of coconut cream for 12 hours minimum in the fridge
- Open the coconut cream cans carefully without shaking them and spoon the coconut cream from the top of the can into a medium sized bowl, you will use approximately 2/3rds of the can before you see the coconut water. Do not use the water, you can discard this as not needed for this recipe
- Add to this the sifted icing sugar, gently fold through and then mix using electric beaters for 2 minutes until it becomes thick and silky.
- Remove 3 tablespoons of the mixture and set aside to garnish the finished mousse
- Add the sifted cocoa powder, gently fold to incorporate and mix well for a further 2 minutes and it will become thick and mousse like in texture
- Spoon into small glasses, you can make 2 or 4 depending on the serving size you desire.
- Add to this the reserved coconut cream from earlier, chill to set before serving, only needs 30 minutes.
- Serve as is or with shaved dark chocolate and a topping dessert sauce if using.
- Enjoy!
Notes
The Coconut Cream Cans must be chilled in the fridge overnight before using, be sure to keep them upright and not shaken before using
Nutrition Information
Yield 3 Serving Size 1Amount Per Serving Calories 64Total Fat 2gSaturated Fat 1gUnsaturated Fat 1gSodium 2mgCarbohydrates 12gFiber 1gSugar 8gProtein 1g
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I really hope you love this Easy Dairy Free Chocolate Mousse as much as we do. This great recipe has been adapted from Cafe Delights. It is such a simple, delicious dessert to make with just three ingredients, and perfect for when you feel like a little chocolate treat!
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Happy baking,
Anna x
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