Heart Healthy Mexican Chocolate Mousse

(5.0)
By Judy Capodanno
Updated 4/2/2025
Dietitian Reviewed: Jane Schwartz, RDN, CLT
Approved for These Diets:
Heart Healthy | Gluten Free | Vegetarian
Heart Healthy Mexican Chocolate Mousse
Photo Credit: Adobe Stock

The rich, fragrant flavor of Mexican hot chocolate makes this gluten-free mousse a masterpiece. Silken tofu, dark chocolate, cinnamon and cayenne combine for a velvety swirl of sweetness.

Total Time
20 minutes
Servings
10
Calories
142
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Ingredients

Recipe yields 10 servings

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Helpful How-To Video

How to Make Mexican Chocolate Mousse

  1. Step 1

    In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and olive oil. Microwave on high for 20 seconds, stir, and continue to microwave at 10-second intervals until melted.

  2. Step 2

    In a blender, purée tofu until creamy, scraping sides as needed. Add cinnamon, cayenne and vanilla and purée until smooth. Add melted chocolate and purée until well blended, scraping sides as needed.

  3. Step 3

    Spoon into 10 custard cups and chill, covered, for 4 hours or overnight. Serve topped with a dollop of whipped topping and shaved chocolate, if desired.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size:
1/4 cup

142
Calories
7
g
Fat
0
mg
Cholesterol
14
mg
Sodium
17
g
Carbs
4
g
Sat. Fat
1
g
Fiber
3
g
Protein
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