How to Make Chocolate Mousse With Tofu

Chocolate mousse is a notoriously rich dessert, but who knew it could also be good for you? Tofu makes for a healthy mousse recipe that requires little time to make and no time to set. Just melt, blend and serve. This dessert is very rich, so serve in small portions, or use it as a dip or topping. Preparation time: 15 minutes. Yield: 2 cups.

Things You'll Need

• 12 oz. firm silken tofu
• Rubber spatula
• 10 oz. chocolate chips
• 3 tbsp. honey
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• Blender
• Double-boiler or microwave-safe bowl
• Mixing spoon
• Measuring spoons and cups
• Cutting board
• Knife
• Serving bowl(s)

Instructions

1. Drain tofu and cut into 1-inch cubes. Transfer to blender.

2. Melt chocolate chips in double boiler or microwave. For vegan mousse, use dark chocolate or carob chips. (See "How to Melt Chocolate Chips" under Related eHows.)

3. Pour melted chocolate into blender over tofu. Add honey, vanilla and pinch of salt.

4. Blend all ingredients on the "Hi" speed until creamy, occasionally scraping sides of blender down.

5. Serve the mousse immediately or cover and chill for later. Serve in small portions, as this mousse is exceptionally rich: start with 1/4 to 1/2 cup servings. Store the mousse in your refrigerator for up to a week.

Tips & Warnings

• Garnish mousse with fruit slices or sprigs of mint.

• Serve mousse warm, with frozen yogurt or soy-based icecream.

• Use mousse as a fruit dip for strawberries and bananas, or serve with cubes of angelfood cake.

Resources

• Find and share more tofu recipes at Allrecipes.com.
• Find and share more tofu recipes on RecipeZaar.