Heart Healthy Mexican Chocolate Mousse

Name: Heart Healthy Mexican Chocolate Mousse
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 8 oz dark chocolate chips; 1/4 tsp olive oil; 12 oz light silken tofu; 2 tsp cinnamon; 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper; 1 Tbsp vanilla extract; 1/2 cup fat-free whipped topping; Shaved dark chocolate, for garnish

(5.0)

By Judy Capodanno

Published 2/7/2022

Dietitian Reviewed: Jane Schwartz, RDN, CLT

Approved for These Diets:

Heart Healthy | Gluten Free | Vegetarian

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

8 oz dark chocolate chips

1/4 tsp olive oil

12 oz light silken tofu

2 tsp cinnamon

1/8 tsp cayenne pepper

1 Tbsp vanilla extract

1/2 cup fat-free whipped topping

Shaved dark chocolate, for garnish

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Helpful How-To Video

How to Make Mexican Chocolate Mousse

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.
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.
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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