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Vegan Black Forest Chocolate Mousse Recipe

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  • Author: Taylor
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 3 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: German-inspired
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Delight in these decadent Black Forest Dessert Cups featuring layers of creamy avocado chocolate mousse, airy dairy-free whipped cream, and vibrant macerated and fresh cherries. This easy, no-bake recipe is vegan, dairy-free, egg-free, and free from refined sugar, offering a healthier twist on the classic German Black Forest cake with rich flavors and luscious textures.

Ingredients

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Cherries

  • 2 cups (280g) fresh sweet cherries, pitted and halved
  • 1 tablespoon (20g) maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup (35g) fresh sweet cherries

Avocado Chocolate Mousse

  • 1 large avocado (200g), room temperature, peeled and pitted
  • 1/4 cup (85g) maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup (45g) melted dairy-free chocolate or 1/3 cup (35g) cocoa powder
  • 3 tablespoons (45g) dairy-free milk, room temperature
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons (15g) dutch-process cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon espresso powder (optional)
  • Pinch of salt (optional)

Other

  • ~2 cups dairy-free whipped cream, chilled
  • Chocolate shavings or chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Macerated Cherries: In a bowl, combine 2 cups of pitted and halved fresh sweet cherries with 1 tablespoon of maple syrup. Gently toss to coat and set aside to macerate while preparing other components.
  2. Make Avocado Chocolate Mousse: In a blender or food processor, add the peeled and pitted avocado, 1/4 cup maple syrup, melted dairy-free chocolate (or cocoa powder), dairy-free milk, dutch-process cocoa powder, vanilla extract, espresso powder, and a pinch of salt if using. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure even mixing.
  3. Prepare Whipped Cream: Ensure your dairy-free whipped cream is chilled and lightly whipped to soft peaks if needed, ready to layer.
  4. Assemble Dessert Cups: In serving cups, start with a layer of the avocado chocolate mousse. Follow with a layer of macerated cherries, then a generous layer of whipped cream. Repeat layers if your cups allow, finishing with fresh cherries on top.
  5. Garnish: Sprinkle chocolate shavings or chocolate chips over the whipped cream topping for added decoration and texture, if desired.
  6. Chill (Optional): You can serve immediately or chill the dessert cups in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes to let flavors meld and the mousse set slightly for a firmer texture.

Notes

  • This recipe is a quick and easier alternative to classic Black Forest cake, requiring no baking.
  • Use ripe, sweet cherries for best flavor; frozen cherries can be used if fresh are unavailable but may be more watery.
  • The avocado provides a creamy, healthy fat base making the mousse rich and smooth without dairy or eggs.
  • If you prefer a sweeter dessert, adjust the maple syrup quantity to taste.
  • Dairy-free whipped cream can be store-bought or homemade from coconut cream.
  • The espresso powder is optional but enhances the chocolate flavor depth.
  • Chocolate shavings can be made by shaving a dairy-free chocolate bar with a vegetable peeler.
  • Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 330 kcal
  • Sugar: 22 g
  • Sodium: 15 mg
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 7 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

Find it online: https://pepperyplate.com/vegan-black-forest-chocolate-mousse-recipe/