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Protein Chocolate Mousse

This delicious chocolate mousse not only satisfies your sweet tooth but also packs an impressive punch of protein!
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Chilling time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 5 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 248kcal
Author Amee

Equipment

  • Bullet blender or food processor

Ingredients

  • 90 g semi-sweet chocolate chips about ½ cup *see ingredient notes for recommendations
  • 12 oz silken tofu drained well
  • 60 g chocolate whey protein *see notes for recommendations (about 2 scoops)
  • 1 tbsp dark dutch process cocoa powder
  • 2 tbsp strong brewed coffee espresso recommended. You can also use a strong cold-brew coffee.
  • 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Place the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, and microwave in 15-30 second increments, stirring after each, until melted. 
  • In a blender or food processor (I used a bullet blender), combine all ingredients and process until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides if needed. 
  • Spoon the mousse into serving bowls and place in the fridge to chill for several hours or overnight for the best results before serving.  

Notes

    • Don’t overheat the chocolate. When melting chocolate chips, be sure to do so in short intervals in the microwave, stirring in between each to prevent burning. You can also use a double boiler for this.
    • Use a high-quality protein powder. I prefer using protein powders with natural sweeteners, like coconut sugar, stevia, or monk fruit. I used Puori Dark Chocolate whey protein for this recipe with delicious results. Other brands I love are Earth Fed Muscle, and Legion Whey+. 
    • Be mindful of sweetness. Add maple syrup (or your preferred sweetener) gradually, tasting as you go. This allows you to find the perfect sweetness that suits your tastes. 
    • Don’t skip the chill! Plan so you have time to chill the mousse in the refrigerator overnight. This helps set the silky texture and enhances the rich, chocolatey flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 248kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 52mg | Potassium: 376mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 42IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 151mg | Iron: 2mg